Australia Melbourne Weather in November (spring + Melbourne Cup) — Climate Guide
November (spring + Melbourne Cup) in Melbourne is Excellent + festive
November (spring + Melbourne Cup) is Excellent + festive for Melbourne.
**November is Melbourne Cup month.** First Tuesday is the 'race that stops a nation' — Australia's biggest sporting event. **Spring Racing Carnival** week (Melbourne Cup Day, Crown Oaks Day, Stakes Day) brings fashion + horse racing + city party. Hotel rates spike for race week.
Travel score
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
12
60mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Comfortable
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
17 km/h
Gusts 35
Sea Temp
16°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
November (spring + Melbourne Cup) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
10 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
17 km/h
Max gust 35 km/h
Activities Recommended for November (spring + Melbourne Cup)
November (spring + Melbourne Cup) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Melbourne Cup (defining Australian event)
- Spring Racing Carnival fashion
- Jacaranda blooms peak
Cons
- Melbourne Cup week hotel rates spike
- UV rising
November (spring + Melbourne Cup) Events & Festivals
- Melbourne Cup horse race (1st Tuesday November — 'race that stops a nation')
- Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup) — Full Picture
**November is Melbourne Cup month.** First Tuesday is the 'race that stops a nation' — Australia's biggest sporting event. **Spring Racing Carnival** week (Melbourne Cup Day, Crown Oaks Day, Stakes Day) brings fashion + horse racing + city party. Hotel rates spike for race week.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late spring — high 22°C, low 11°C. Light layers + dress hat (Melbourne Cup tradition). UV rising — sunscreen required.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
20.3°C
11°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
13.7°C
6.7°C
14/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current19.7°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 November (spring + Melbourne Cup) a good time to visit Melbourne?
Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup) is Excellent + festive. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) averages 60mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
Late spring — high 22°C, low 11°C. Light layers + dress hat (Melbourne Cup tradition). UV rising — sunscreen required.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) sunrise is 05:55 and sunset is 20:30, with 14h 35m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 10μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Melbourne in November (spring + Melbourne Cup)?
In November (spring + Melbourne Cup), Melbourne is great for Melbourne Cup horse race, Spring Racing Carnival fashion, Beach + Brighton.
Is November (spring + Melbourne Cup) peak season in Melbourne?
Melbourne November (spring + Melbourne Cup) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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