AI-generatedPhillip Island at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb
- Warmest month
- Jan · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 19.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,340 h
- Rain a year
- 867 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+11 / UTC+10
- Elevation
- 48 m
Climate in Phillip Island
Phillip Island has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while July is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,340 hours of sunshine a year, Phillip Island is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Phillip Island
The best time to visit Phillip Island is from January to February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 19.0 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. Rain is frequent from May to October; the wettest month is August with 95 mm.
Phillip Island through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Phillip Island in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–21 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Phillip Island in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 23–25 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Phillip Island in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 17–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Phillip Island in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 42 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 19°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:3419:35
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:17–07:09 · evening 19:00–19:52
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:07–06:17 · evening 19:52–20:03
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Phillip Island compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 18° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea warms from 14° to 15°. The days get 1.2 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 11° |
| Sea | 14° | 15° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.6 h |
What is the weather like in Phillip Island in October?
In October, Phillip Island is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 1 min06:34 – 19:35
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 25 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+11offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %65 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %38 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Phillip Island
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Phillip Island: score 76 against 21. In January, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in January. January has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 76better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 15° |
| Sea | 14.0° | 18.4° |
| Sunshine | 6.9 h | 9.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 85 mm | 56 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Phillip Island month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
76January25° · Sea 18° · 9.2 h
In January, Phillip Island is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in January76February25° · Sea 19° · 8.1 h
In February, Phillip Island is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 46 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in February59March23° · Sea 19° · 6.9 h
In March, Phillip Island is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in March29April20° · Sea 17° · 5.4 h
In April, Phillip Island is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in April13May17° · Sea 16° · 4.5 h
In May, Phillip Island is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in May12June15° · Sea 15° · 4.1 h
In June, Phillip Island is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in June9July14° · Sea 14° · 4.2 h
In July, Phillip Island is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 84 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in July11August15° · Sea 13° · 5.0 h
In August, Phillip Island is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 95 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in August15September17° · Sea 13° · 5.9 h
In September, Phillip Island is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 90 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in September21October19° · Sea 14° · 6.9 h
In October, Phillip Island is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in October40November21° · Sea 15° · 8.0 h
In November, Phillip Island is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in November55December23° · Sea 17° · 8.8 h
In December, Phillip Island is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 63 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Phillip Island.
Phillip Island in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Phillip Island
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 10°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (7°), the warmest in February (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to February. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in July, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 76 | 25° | 15° | 18.4° | 9.2 h | 7 | 56 |
| FebruaryFeb | 76 | 25° | 15° | 19.0° | 8.1 h | 6 | 46 |
| MarchMar | 59 | 23° | 14° | 18.6° | 6.9 h | 8 | 49 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 20° | 12° | 17.2° | 5.4 h | 9 | 64 |
| MayMay | 13 | 17° | 10° | 15.8° | 4.5 h | 12 | 81 |
| JuneJun | 12 | 15° | 8° | 14.5° | 4.1 h | 13 | 81 |
| JulyJul | 9 | 14° | 7° | 13.5° | 4.2 h | 15 | 84 |
| AugustAug | 11 | 15° | 8° | 13.0° | 5.0 h | 15 | 95 |
| SeptemberSep | 15 | 17° | 9° | 13.2° | 5.9 h | 14 | 90 |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 19° | 10° | 14.0° | 6.9 h | 13 | 85 |
| NovemberNov | 40 | 21° | 12° | 15.3° | 8.0 h | 11 | 74 |
| DecemberDec | 55 | 23° | 13° | 16.8° | 8.8 h | 9 | 63 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Phillip Island
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 13.6 – 14.6 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Phillip Island ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 19.0 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 18.3 and 19.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.4° | 17.6° | 19.4° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 19.0° | 18.3° | 19.8° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.6° | 17.7° | 19.4° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 17.2° | 16.5° | 17.9° | fresh |
| MayMay | 15.8° | 15.2° | 16.3° | cold |
| JuneJun | 14.5° | 14.0° | 14.9° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.5° | 12.9° | 13.9° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.0° | 12.3° | 13.4° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 13.2° | 12.7° | 13.7° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 14.0° | 13.6° | 14.6° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 15.3° | 14.7° | 16.2° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 16.8° | 16.0° | 18.0° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Phillip Island
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.9 of 13.0 hours of daylight in Phillip Island, 53 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Phillip Island: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Phillip Island has about 13 rainy days with 85 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Phillip Island
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Phillip Island
How breezy and how cloudy Phillip Island is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Phillip Island typically peaks at 25 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 60 % of the sky over Phillip Island: variable cloud, with about 6.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Phillip Island
How often the day gets hot in Phillip Island (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Phillip Island has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 19 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Phillip Island
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Phillip Island in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Phillip Island has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 66) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 10).
- 38
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 10
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 21
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 66
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 21 h
- Distance
- 16,990 km
- Time zone
- UTC+11
- Jet lag
- About 10 days (10 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Phillip Island vs Melbourne
In October Melbourne has the better holiday weather (score 29 vs 21). During the day Melbourne is 1 °C warmer than Phillip Island. The sea in Melbourne is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Phillip Island | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 29 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 20° |
| Sea | 14° | 15° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb | Nov – Apr |
Through the year
Australia in October: the best places
In October, Phillip Island ranks 30 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Mildura26°100
- 2Griffith25°96
- 3Shepparton22°92
- 4Bendigo21°90
- 5Wangaratta21°90
- 6Horsham22°90
- 7Albury22°89
- 8Yass21°88
- 30Phillip IslandThis page19°14°21
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Frequently asked questions about Phillip Island
When is the best time to visit Phillip Island?
The best time to visit Phillip Island is from January to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Phillip Island?
The sea temperature in Phillip Island ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 19.0 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Phillip Island in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 14.0 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Phillip Island?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 15 °C. July is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Phillip Island?
Rain is frequent from May to October; the wettest month is August with 95 mm. The driest month is February with 46 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Phillip Island get?
Phillip Island gets around 2,340 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.2 hours a day; in June there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Phillip Island in?
Phillip Island is on UTC+11 in January and UTC+10 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Phillip Island?
A nonstop flight from London to Phillip Island takes about 21 h, for a straight-line distance of about 16,990 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Phillip Island?
Phillip Island has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 66) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 10). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 38, May half-term 13, summer holidays 10, October half-term 21, Christmas holidays 66.