How Often Does it Rain in Melbourne? Buckle Up, It Depends...
Melbourne's weather is as famous for its unpredictability as its laneway bars and coffee. One minute you're basking in sunshine, the next you're wrestling an umbrella in a sideways downpour. So, how many days a year can you expect rain? The answer, like Melbourne's tram network, can be a bit confusing.
It Drizzles and Downpours: All About Rainfall Amounts
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Melbourne isn't exactly known for heavy monsoons. It's more of a city that specializes in light drizzles and sporadic showers. The Bureau of Meteorology defines a "rainy day" as any day with at least 0.2mm of rain. Using this measurement, Melbourne averages around 139 rainy days a year. That's a fair bit of drizzle!
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But here's the thing: Melbourne rain can be like a shy comedian - it builds you up for a big punchline and then...meh. Most of those rainy days only see light showers. So, while you might need to pack an umbrella, don't expect to be wading through floodwaters on your daily commute.
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Spring Showers and Summer Soakers: Melbourne's Rainy Seasons
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Melbourne's rainfall is pretty evenly spread throughout the year, but there are some seasonal trends. Spring (September to November) tends to be the wettest, with October usually taking the cake (or should that be lamington?) for the most showers.
Summer (December to February) can also be a bit of a washout, with occasional downpours interrupting those BBQ plans. Winter (June to August) is usually the driest, but hey, Melbourne's weather - who can be sure?
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FAQ: Melbourne Rain Edition
- How to Pack for Melbourne's Weather? Layers are your friend! An umbrella and a light rain jacket are good bets all year round.
- How to Survive a Melbourne Downpour? Duck into a laneway bar for a coffee (or something stronger), browse the shops in the arcades, or soak up the atmosphere in a museum.
- How to Enjoy Melbourne in the Rain? Embrace it! There's a certain charm to watching the city glistening under a light drizzle.
- How to Find Out About Today's Weather? The Bureau of Meteorology website (https://www.bom.gov.au/) is your go-to for the latest forecast.
- How to Avoid the Rain Altogether? Move somewhere else? Seriously though, with a little planning and the right gear, you can still have a great time in Melbourne, rain or shine.
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