Melbourne sits in southeastern Australia’s temperate zone, where rainfall is spread fairly evenly through the year but tends to peak in the cooler months, and the region’s biggest flood risk comes from prolonged rain events tied to La Nina conditions.
On the Yarra River, Victoria’s capital has experienced serious flash flooding during intense thunderstorms, including a major 2010-11 flood event across the state. The 2022 floods across much of southeastern Australia, driven by a series of La Nina years, showed how saturated catchments can turn even a routine rain event into major river flooding, which is why the Bureau of Meteorology’s radar network is closely watched here. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Melbourne right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Melbourne, Victoria where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Melbourne can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Melbourne rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Melbourne?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Victoria and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Melbourne, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Melbourne rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.
Rain in Melbourne by month
Melbourne gets about 716 mm (28.2 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is November, with 74 mm (2.9 in), and the driest is January, with 45 mm (1.8 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 20.0 °C (68 °F) |
| February | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19.9 °C (68 °F) |
| March | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18.5 °C (65 °F) |
| April | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 15.6 °C (60 °F) |
| May | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12.6 °C (55 °F) |
| June | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 10.3 °C (51 °F) |
| July | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 9.5 °C (49 °F) |
| August | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 9.9 °C (50 °F) |
| September | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11.7 °C (53 °F) |
| October | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 13.9 °C (57 °F) |
| November | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 16.4 °C (62 °F) |
| December | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18.1 °C (65 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Melbourne and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.