AI-generatedRobe at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 23°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 16.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,560 h
- Rain a year
- 559 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30 / UTC+9:30
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Robe
Robe has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 23 °C, while July is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,560 hours of sunshine a year, Robe is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Robe
The best time to visit Robe is from January to February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in January it only reaches 16.8 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to May. Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 79 mm.
Robe through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Robe in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–20 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Robe in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Robe in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 17–22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Robe in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Aug
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – February
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
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
- Evening, 20:00: about 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:2719:26
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 06:11–07:02 · evening 18:51–19:42
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:01–06:11 · evening 19:42–19:53
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 Robe compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 17° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 17° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 11° |
| Sea | 15° | 15° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.6 h |
What is the weather like in Robe in October?
In October, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 59 min06:27 – 19:26
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 24 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 61 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %65 %
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 Robe
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Robe: score 63 against 29. In February, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in February. February has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 29 | 63better |
| Daytime high | 18° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 14° |
| Sea | 14.8° | 16.8° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 9.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 47 mm | 19 mmbetter |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Robe month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
62January23° · Sea 17° · 9.8 h
In January, Robe is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 25 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in January63February23° · Sea 17° · 9.3 h
In February, Robe is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in February50March22° · Sea 17° · 7.7 h
In March, Robe is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in March31April20° · Sea 17° · 6.2 h
In April, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in April19May17° · Sea 16° · 4.8 h
In May, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in May15June15° · Sea 16° · 4.4 h
In June, Robe is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 71 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in June13July14° · Sea 15° · 4.7 h
In July, Robe is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in July16August15° · Sea 14° · 5.8 h
In August, Robe is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in August20September17° · Sea 14° · 6.4 h
In September, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 65 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in September29October18° · Sea 15° · 7.7 h
In October, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in October40November20° · Sea 16° · 8.4 h
In November, Robe is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in November52December22° · Sea 16° · 9.0 h
In December, Robe is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Robe.
Robe in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Robe
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (9°), the warmest in January (14°).
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 | 62 | 23° | 14° | 16.8° | 9.8 h | 4 | 25 |
| FebruaryFeb | 63 | 23° | 14° | 16.8° | 9.3 h | 3 | 19 |
| MarchMar | 50 | 22° | 13° | 16.5° | 7.7 h | 5 | 21 |
| AprilApr | 31 | 20° | 12° | 16.5° | 6.2 h | 6 | 32 |
| MayMay | 19 | 17° | 11° | 16.3° | 4.8 h | 9 | 49 |
| JuneJun | 15 | 15° | 9° | 15.6° | 4.4 h | 11 | 71 |
| JulyJul | 13 | 14° | 9° | 14.7° | 4.7 h | 13 | 79 |
| AugustAug | 16 | 15° | 9° | 14.2° | 5.8 h | 13 | 77 |
| SeptemberSep | 20 | 17° | 10° | 14.2° | 6.4 h | 12 | 65 |
| OctoberOct | 29 | 18° | 11° | 14.8° | 7.7 h | 9 | 47 |
| NovemberNov | 40 | 20° | 12° | 15.5° | 8.4 h | 7 | 41 |
| DecemberDec | 52 | 22° | 13° | 16.3° | 9.0 h | 6 | 33 |
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
Sea temperature in Robe
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 14.2 – 15.4 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Robe ranges from 14.2 °C in August to 16.8 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
From June to July the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 15.8 and 18.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16.8° | 15.8° | 18.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.8° | 15.9° | 17.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.5° | 15.2° | 17.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.5° | 15.5° | 17.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.3° | 15.5° | 17.1° | cold |
| JuneJun | 15.6° | 15.1° | 16.1° | cold |
| JulyJul | 14.7° | 14.0° | 15.3° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.2° | 13.7° | 14.6° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 14.2° | 13.6° | 14.8° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 14.8° | 14.2° | 15.4° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 15.5° | 14.7° | 16.2° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 16.3° | 15.1° | 17.0° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Robe
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 7.7 of 13.0 hours of daylight in Robe, 59 % 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
Rain in Robe: 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, Robe has about 9 rainy days with 47 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Robe
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Robe
How breezy and how cloudy Robe 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 Robe typically peaks at 24 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 61 % of the sky over Robe: variable cloud, with about 7.7 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Robe
How often the day gets hot in Robe (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, Robe has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °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 Robe
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Robe 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.
Robe has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 57) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 15).
- 37
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 18
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 29
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 57
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 25 min
- Distance
- 16,530 km
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30
- 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.
Good to know: Australia
- Currency
- Australian Dollar (AUD)
- Language
- English
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +61
- Emergency number
- 000
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Robe vs Naracoorte
In October Naracoorte has the better holiday weather (score 48 vs 29). During the day Naracoorte is 3 °C warmer than Robe. Naracoorte gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Robe | Naracoorte |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 29 | 48 |
| Daytime high | 18° | 21° |
| Sea | 15° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb | Feb – Apr, Oct – Dec |
Through the year
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In October, Robe ranks 26 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Robe
When is the best time to visit Robe?
The best time to visit Robe 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 Robe?
The sea temperature in Robe ranges from 14.2 °C in August to 16.8 °C in January. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Robe in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 14.8 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Robe?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 23 °C and nights around 14 °C. July is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Robe?
Rain is frequent from July to August; the wettest month is July with 79 mm. The driest month is February with 19 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Robe get?
Robe gets around 2,560 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.8 hours a day; in June there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Robe in?
Robe is on UTC+10:30 in January and UTC+9:30 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Robe?
A nonstop flight from London to Robe takes about 20 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,530 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Robe?
Robe has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 57) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 37, May half-term 18, summer holidays 15, October half-term 29, Christmas holidays 57.