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Bendigo, Victoria Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Bendigo, Victoria?
Bendigo, Victoria gets 505 mm of precipitation a year over about 123 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and July the coldest (average low 3°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Bendigo, Victoria has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 13°C in July to 30°C in January. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Jun–Aug | 3° | 13° |
| Spring | Sep–Nov | 7° | 21° |
| Summer | Dec–Feb | 13° | 29° |
| Autumn | Mar–May | 8° | 22° |
How much rain does Bendigo get?
Bendigo gets 505 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 123 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 84% of Australia.
July is the wettest month, with 53 mm. March is the driest, with 29 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to January 20, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Bendigo got 630 mm of rain, against a normal of 505 mm for those months. June 2026 had the most, with 110 mm.
Bendigo weather by month
Bendigo weather in January
In January, Bendigo averages a high of 30°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 46°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (2004).
Bendigo weather in February
In February, Bendigo averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 46°C (2009) and the record low is 4°C (1996).
Bendigo weather in March
In March, Bendigo averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 39°C (2016) and the record low is 2°C (2008). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bendigo weather in April
In April, Bendigo averages a high of 22°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2018) and the record low is -1°C (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bendigo weather in May
In May, Bendigo averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 27°C (2026) and the record low is -4°C (2002).
Bendigo weather in June
In June, Bendigo averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 21°C (2005) and the record low is -6°C (1998).
Bendigo weather in July
In July, Bendigo averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 19°C (2002) and the record low is -5°C (2002).
Bendigo weather in August
In August, Bendigo averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 24°C (2007) and the record low is -5°C (2002).
Bendigo weather in September
In September, Bendigo averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2017) and the record low is -6°C (1998). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bendigo weather in October
In October, Bendigo averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bendigo weather in November
In November, Bendigo averages a high of 25°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 0°C (2003). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bendigo weather in December
In December, Bendigo averages a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 45°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1995).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bendigo
February is the sunniest month in Bendigo, with estimated sunshine of 64% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 35%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 50% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Bendigo is cloudier than 65% of Australia.
Humidity peaks in June at 85% and is lowest in December at 48%.
Bendigo has about 33 days a year above 32°C. Bendigo is cooler than 55% of Australia.
First and last freeze in Bendigo
The first fall freeze in Bendigo typically comes around May 19, and the last spring freeze around September 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 235 days.
Bendigo weather records
These records cover BENDIGO AIRPORT during 1991–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Bendigo station is 46°C, on January 25, 2019. The coldest is -6°C, on September 6, 1998.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 92 mm of precipitation, on January 8, 2024.
34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1991.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1992.
The best time to visit Bendigo
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 3°C.
Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 8°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14° | 30° | 34 mm | 6 | 49% | 61% | 46° | 3° |
| February | 14° | 29° | 30 mm | 5 | 49% | 64% | 46° | 4° |
| March | 12° | 26° | 29 mm | 5 | 56% | 60% | 39° | 2° |
| April | 8° | 22° | 35 mm | 7 | 69% | 46% | 34° | -1° |
| May | 6° | 17° | 47 mm | 13 | 77% | 48% | 27° | -4° |
| June | 3° | 13° | 50 mm | 16 | 85% | 35% | 21° | -6° |
| July | 3° | 13° | 53 mm | 18 | 84% | 39% | 19° | -5° |
| August | 3° | 14° | 52 mm | 16 | 81% | 41% | 24° | -5° |
| September | 4° | 17° | 50 mm | 12 | 71% | 44% | 33° | -6° |
| October | 7° | 21° | 39 mm | 9 | 67% | 44% | 36° | -3° |
| November | 10° | 25° | 45 mm | 8 | 56% | 48% | 42° | 0° |
| December | 12° | 28° | 39 mm | 7 | 48% | 64% | 45° | 2° |
Station: BENDIGO AIRPORT, 5 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1991–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Bendigo climate questions
How much rain does Bendigo get?
Bendigo gets 505 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 123 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Bendigo?
July is the wettest month in Bendigo, with 53 mm. March is the driest, with 29 mm.
How many rainy days does Bendigo have a year?
Bendigo has about 123 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Bendigo?
January is the warmest month in Bendigo, with an average high of 30°C.
What is the coldest month in Bendigo?
July is the coldest month in Bendigo, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Bendigo?
Within the available 1991–2026 station history, the record high at the Bendigo station is 46°C, set on January 25, 2019. The record low is -6°C, on September 6, 1998.
What is the sunniest month in Bendigo?
February is the sunniest month in Bendigo, with estimated sunshine of 64% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Bendigo?
The first fall freeze in Bendigo typically comes around May 19. The last spring freeze is around September 26.
What is the best time to visit Bendigo?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and September to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.