Climate and light
Ararat
The average summer temperature in Ararat is 24°C (75.2°F), while the winter average is 14°C (57.2°F). Relative humidity averages between 40% and 70% from summer through to winter, and average rainfall is around 601 mm (23.66 inches) a year. The mean number of clear days is highest from December through to March, while May to August produce the highest number of cloudy days.
Ballarat
The Ballarat region experiences a temperate climate with four seasons. Because of its elevation, mean monthly temperatures tend to be on average 2-3°C below those for Melbourne.
The mean daily maximum temperature for January is 24.9°C (76.82°F), while for July it is 10°C (50°F). The mean annual rainfall is 705 mm (2.77 inches), with August being the wettest month at 77 mm (3.03 inches).
Hepburn
The Hepburn region experiences a temperate climate with four seasons. Mean monthly temperatures are on average 3-4°C below those for Melbourne, due to its elevation. Light snow can also be expected in particular areas of the Shire over winter.
The mean daily maximum temperature for January is 26°C (78.8°F), while for July it is 10°C (50°F). August is typically are the wettest month at 80 mm (3.03 inches).
Moorabool
The size of Moorabool and its spread over very different elevations, topographical features and microclimates means there is a considerable difference in temperatures, wind patterns and rainfall throughout the Shire.
The mean daily maximum temperature for January is 28.7°C (83.66°F), while for July is it 14.4°C (57.92°F). August is typically the wettest month with around 12.9 raindays, with February being the dryest with 5.8 raindays.
Northern Grampians
The Grampians region encompasses a diversity of microclimates and environments and a very livable climate with four distinct climatic conditions. Average Annual Rainfall for the district is 532mm.
The average daily maximum temperature for January is 28.5°C (83.50°F), while for July is it 12°C (53.6°F). July and August are typically the wettest months with around 13.2 raindays each, with January and February being the dryest with 3.9 raindays each.
Pyrenees
Low rainfall conditions across the Pyrenees Shire have been resulted in severe drought conditions for the past 10 years. The periodical rainfall during winter and spring provides enough moisture to paint the landscape vibrant and contrasting degrees of green, making it the most picturesque time to visit the region.
In summer the landscape is more rugged and raw due to dry, hot weather conditions, but equally beautiful.
Warm days and cool nights provides the perfect conditions for grape growing and ensures the region remains well known for their exceptional wine production.
| Bacchus Marsh | 200-700 metres |
| Ballarat | 440 metres |
| Beaufort | 378 metres |
| Daylesford/Hepburn | 350-700 metres |
| Halls Gap | 250 metres |
| Stawell | 230 metres |
- For up to date meteorological information for Ballarat Hepburn & Beyond is available from the Commonweath Bureau of Meteorology website
Four season summary
| Summer | December-February |
| Autumn | March-May |
| Winter | June- August |
| Spring | September- November |
Sunrise and sunset
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0631:0637 | 2037:2043 |
| February | 0638:0708 | 2005:2037 |
| March | 0709:0737 | 1919:2004 |
| April | 0704:0738 | 1739:1918 |
| May | 0705:0729 | 1714:1737 |
| June | 0730:0740 | 1714:1716 |
| July | 0725:0740 | 1716:1736 |
| August | 0647:0724 | 1737:1802 |
| September | 0602:0646 | 1803:1827 |
| October | 0600:0619 | 1828:1957 |
| November | 0557:0618 | 1958:2029 |
| December | 0557:0605 | 2030:2049 |
Please note: these are generic sunrise and sunset timings for the region. For more specific timings, please visit Time and Date.com.
Total fire ban days
Fire Restrictions can be applied across most areas of Victoria by the Country Fire Authority (CFA), when fire danger is high. Typically this is over the summer period of November through to April. For further information on the do's and don'ts and updates on CFA declared Total Fire Ban Days, please contact the Country Fire Authority
For information on:
- Total Fire Bans
- Fire Restrictions
- Bushfire Planning
- Major Fires
- Bush Fire Information Line
Telephone 1800 240 667
Wind direction
Airport Manager's from the respective regional airfield can assist with further information on wind direction.
- Ararat Aerodrome : telephone +61 3 5355 0244
- Bacchus Marsh Airfield : telephone +61 3 5366 7100
- Ballarat Airport : telephone +61 3 5320 5881
- St Arnaud Aerodrome : telephone +61 5358 8700
- Stawell Airport : telephone +61 5358 8700
- Summerfield Air Strip : telephone +61 3 5349 1121
- For up to date wind direction information for Ballarat Hepburn & Beyond is available from the Commonweath Bureau of Meteorology website
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