AI-generatedVictor Harbor at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 19.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,620 h
- Rain a year
- 370 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30 / UTC+9:30
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Victor Harbor
Victor Harbor has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while July is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,620 hours of sunshine a year, Victor Harbor is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 10.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Victor Harbor
The best time to visit Victor Harbor is from December to March. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 19.9 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, the weather is pleasant all year round. The wettest month is July with 44 mm of precipitation.
Victor Harbor through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Victor Harbor in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 19–23 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Victor Harbor in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 24–25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Victor Harbor in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Victor Harbor in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
All year
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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
Fair
Best time to visit: December – March
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 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:3319:29
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 06:17–07:07 · evening 18:55–19:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:07–06:17 · evening 19:45–19:55
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 Victor Harbor compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 20° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea warms from 15° to 16°. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 11° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.5 h |
What is the weather like in Victor Harbor in October?
In October, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 56 min06:33 – 19:29
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %30 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %82 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %84 %
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
Compare two months in Victor Harbor
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 Victor Harbor: score 84 against 44. In January, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in January. January has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 84better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 15° |
| Sea | 15.2° | 19.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h | 10.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 34 mm | 19 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Victor Harbor month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
84January25° · Sea 20° · 10.0 h
In January, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in January84February25° · Sea 20° · 9.4 h
In February, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in February71March24° · Sea 19° · 7.9 h
In March, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in March49April21° · Sea 18° · 6.5 h
In April, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in April23May19° · Sea 17° · 5.1 h
In May, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in May18June16° · Sea 15° · 4.4 h
In June, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in June18July16° · Sea 14° · 4.9 h
In July, Victor Harbor is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 44 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in July21August17° · Sea 14° · 5.9 h
In August, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 43 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in August26September19° · Sea 14° · 6.7 h
In September, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in September44October21° · Sea 15° · 7.9 h
In October, Victor Harbor is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 34 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in October57November23° · Sea 17° · 8.7 h
In November, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor in November71December24° · Sea 18° · 8.8 h
In December, Victor Harbor is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Victor Harbor.
Victor Harbor 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 Victor Harbor
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 January (15°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to February. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from July to August, 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 | 84 | 25° | 15° | 19.6° | 10.0 h | 3 | 19 |
| FebruaryFeb | 84 | 25° | 15° | 19.9° | 9.4 h | 3 | 19 |
| MarchMar | 71 | 24° | 14° | 19.3° | 7.9 h | 3 | 15 |
| AprilApr | 49 | 21° | 11° | 18.1° | 6.5 h | 5 | 26 |
| MayMay | 23 | 19° | 10° | 16.7° | 5.1 h | 7 | 36 |
| JuneJun | 18 | 16° | 8° | 15.2° | 4.4 h | 9 | 42 |
| JulyJul | 18 | 16° | 7° | 14.1° | 4.9 h | 10 | 44 |
| AugustAug | 21 | 17° | 7° | 13.6° | 5.9 h | 10 | 43 |
| SeptemberSep | 26 | 19° | 8° | 14.1° | 6.7 h | 8 | 42 |
| OctoberOct | 44 | 21° | 10° | 15.2° | 7.9 h | 6 | 34 |
| NovemberNov | 57 | 23° | 12° | 16.7° | 8.7 h | 6 | 30 |
| DecemberDec | 71 | 24° | 14° | 18.2° | 8.8 h | 4 | 21 |
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 Victor Harbor
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 14.7 – 15.9 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Victor Harbor ranges from 13.6 °C in August to 19.9 °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 18.9 and 20.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.6° | 18.6° | 20.4° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 19.9° | 18.9° | 20.7° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 19.3° | 18.4° | 20.2° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.1° | 17.2° | 19.1° | fresh |
| MayMay | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.5° | cold |
| JuneJun | 15.2° | 14.5° | 15.8° | cold |
| JulyJul | 14.1° | 13.5° | 14.6° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.6° | 13.2° | 14.1° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 14.1° | 13.5° | 14.6° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.2° | 14.7° | 15.9° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 16.7° | 16.0° | 17.4° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 18.2° | 17.6° | 18.9° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Victor Harbor
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 7.9 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Victor Harbor, 61 % 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 Victor Harbor: 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, Victor Harbor has about 6 rainy days with 34 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Victor Harbor
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 11).
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 35 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 Victor Harbor
How breezy and how cloudy Victor Harbor 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 Victor Harbor typically peaks at 21 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: Jul – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 54 % of the sky over Victor Harbor: variable cloud, with about 7.9 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Victor Harbor
How often the day gets hot in Victor Harbor (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, Victor Harbor has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °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 Victor Harbor
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Victor Harbor 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.
Victor Harbor has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 78) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20).
- 56
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 22
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 20
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 44
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 78
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 20 h 10 min
- Distance
- 16,340 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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Victor Harbor vs Hahndorf
In October Hahndorf has the better holiday weather (score 54 vs 44). During the day it is about as warm in Hahndorf as in Victor Harbor.
| in October | Victor Harbor | Hahndorf |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 54 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 15° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | Dec – Mar | Sep – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Victor Harbor
When is the best time to visit Victor Harbor?
The best time to visit Victor Harbor is from December to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Victor Harbor?
The sea temperature in Victor Harbor ranges from 13.6 °C in August to 19.9 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Victor Harbor in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.2 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Victor Harbor?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 15 °C. July is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Victor Harbor?
The wettest month is July with 44 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 15 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Victor Harbor get?
Victor Harbor gets around 2,620 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 10.0 hours a day; in June there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Victor Harbor in?
Victor Harbor is on UTC+10:30 in January and UTC+9:30 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Victor Harbor?
A nonstop flight from London to Victor Harbor takes about 20 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 16,340 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Victor Harbor?
Victor Harbor has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 78) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 56, May half-term 22, summer holidays 20, October half-term 44, Christmas holidays 78.