Australia Melbourne Weather in April (autumn + Easter) — Climate Guide
April (autumn + Easter) in Melbourne is Pleasant
April (autumn + Easter) is Pleasant for Melbourne.
April is mid-autumn shoulder season. Comedy Festival continues 1st week. Easter weekend brings 4-day public holiday (Good Friday + Easter Monday closures). Anzac Day (April 25) is solemn military commemoration — most attractions closed mornings.
Travel score
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
9
58mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Comfortable
UV Index
6
High
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 32
Sea Temp
18°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
April (autumn + Easter) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 32 km/h
Activities Recommended for April (autumn + Easter)
April (autumn + Easter) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotel rates moderate
- Comedy Festival final week
- Pleasant weather for walking
Cons
- Easter closures (April public holidays)
- Anzac Day morning closures
April (autumn + Easter) Events & Festivals
- Melbourne International Comedy Festival continues (early April)
- Easter weekend (public holidays)
- Anzac Day (April 25)
Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter) — Full Picture
April is mid-autumn shoulder season. Comedy Festival continues 1st week. Easter weekend brings 4-day public holiday (Good Friday + Easter Monday closures). Anzac Day (April 25) is solemn military commemoration — most attractions closed mornings.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mid-autumn — high 20°C, low 11°C. Light jacket + sweater. Comedy Festival continues into early April. Easter weekend public holidays (Good Friday + Easter Monday).
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current20.3°C
11°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
13.7°C
6.7°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
19.7°C
9.3°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
25.3°C
14.3°C
8.3/mo
Melbourne Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26° | 15° | 8d·47mm | 9h | 60% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 15° | 7d·48mm | 9h | 62% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (autumn — best month) (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·50mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 20° | 11° | 9d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 11d·60mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·49mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 14d·48mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 14d·51mm | 5h | 76% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 8° | 13d·58mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 9° | 14d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 11° | 12d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 24° | 13° | 10d·60mm | 8h | 60% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April (autumn + Easter) a good time to visit Melbourne?
Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter) is Pleasant. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) averages 58mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
Mid-autumn — high 20°C, low 11°C. Light jacket + sweater. Comedy Festival continues into early April. Easter weekend public holidays (Good Friday + Easter Monday).
What time are sunrise and sunset in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 18:00, with 11h 00m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Melbourne in April (autumn + Easter)?
In April (autumn + Easter), Melbourne is great for Comedy Festival (early April), Yarra Valley wineries, Great Ocean Road.
Is April (autumn + Easter) peak season in Melbourne?
Melbourne April (autumn + Easter) crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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