City of Port Phillip, Victoria Weather by Month and Climate Averages

City of Port Phillip, Victoria gets 515 mm of precipitation a year over about 138 rainy days. January is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and July the coldest (average low 6°C).

City of Port Phillip climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

City of Port Phillip, Victoria has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 14°C in July to 28°C in January. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May, September to October, and December, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does City of Port Phillip get?

City of Port Phillip gets 515 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 138 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 90% of Australia.

November is the wettest month, with 61 mm. March is the driest, with 34 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to January 6, 2022.

City of Port Phillip weather by month

City of Port Phillip weather in January

In January, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 28°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The January record high is 45°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (2009).

City of Port Phillip weather in February

In February, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 47°C (2009) and the record low is 8°C (2006).

City of Port Phillip weather in March

In March, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (2016) and the record low is 4°C (2005). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

City of Port Phillip weather in April

In April, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2005) and the record low is 1°C (2009). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

City of Port Phillip weather in May

In May, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The May record high is 27°C (2026) and the record low is 0°C (2010). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

City of Port Phillip weather in June

In June, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The June record high is 23°C (2005) and the record low is -2°C (2004).

City of Port Phillip weather in July

In July, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The July record high is 22°C (2013) and the record low is -2°C (2017).

City of Port Phillip weather in August

In August, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 15°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 24°C (2007) and the record low is -2°C (2003).

City of Port Phillip weather in September

In September, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2009) and the record low is -1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

City of Port Phillip weather in October

In October, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is 1°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

City of Port Phillip weather in November

In November, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The November record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1970).

City of Port Phillip weather in December

In December, City of Port Phillip averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The December record high is 44°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (2011). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in City of Port Phillip

December is the sunniest month in City of Port Phillip, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 32%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. City of Port Phillip is cloudier than 89% of Australia.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in December at 64%.

City of Port Phillip has about 22 days a year above 32°C. City of Port Phillip is cooler than 65% of Australia.

First and last freeze in City of Port Phillip

The first fall freeze in City of Port Phillip typically comes around July 2, and the last spring freeze around July 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 340 days.

City of Port Phillip weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the City of Port Phillip station is 47°C, on February 7, 2009. The coldest is -2°C, on August 29, 2018.

The wettest day on record brought 118 mm of rain, on February 3, 2005.

33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit City of Port Phillip

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May, September to October, and December, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Spring (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January37 mm765%42%-6°45°
February44 mm865%44%-6°47°
March34 mm868%40%-7°41°
April44 mm1074%35%-8°35°
May38 mm1379%40%-9°27°
June40 mm1481%32%-11°23°-2°
July38 mm1682%33%-12°22°-2°
August42 mm1677%38%-12°24°-2°
September43 mm1471%39%-11°31°-1°
October43 mm1272%34%-9°37°
November61 mm1068%33%-8°42°
December51 mm964%46%-7°44°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

City of Port Phillip climate questions

How much rain does City of Port Phillip get?

City of Port Phillip gets 515 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 138 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in City of Port Phillip?

November is the wettest month in City of Port Phillip, with 61 mm. March is the driest, with 34 mm.

How many rainy days does City of Port Phillip have a year?

City of Port Phillip has about 138 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in City of Port Phillip?

January is the warmest month in City of Port Phillip, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in City of Port Phillip?

July is the coldest month in City of Port Phillip, with an average low of 6°C.

What is the record high temperature in City of Port Phillip?

The record high at the City of Port Phillip station is 47°C, set on February 7, 2009. The record low is -2°C, on August 29, 2018.

What is the sunniest month in City of Port Phillip?

December is the sunniest month in City of Port Phillip, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in City of Port Phillip?

The first fall freeze in City of Port Phillip typically comes around July 2. The last spring freeze is around July 27.

What is the best time to visit City of Port Phillip?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May, September to October, and December, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ESSENDON AIRPORT (12 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ESSENDON AIRPORT.