February 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Melbourne. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 25°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Melbourne this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Melbourne
Currency
AUD
$ Australian dollar
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
The main post office in Melbourne's CBD ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.565
Melbourne Weather Forecast for February 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.4°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Melbourne in February
Based on historical data for February 18, Melbourne typically experiences temperatures between 14.8°C and 25.4°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Melbourne
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 hPa
Medium volatility
Melbourne Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.3°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Australia
Flight Traffic
Busy
71/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~353
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Melbourne
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:53
☀️ Noon
13:35
🌇 Sunset
20:17
⏱️ Daylight
13h 23m
Wind Speed
20.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Melbourne
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Melbourne on February 18 averages 25.4°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Melbourne Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Melbourne Worth Visiting on February 18?
Planning a trip to Melbourne on February 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.4°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 353 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Australia, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.68m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 11.6°C in 2025.