Australia

Melbourne

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Melbourne is a coastal city in southeastern Australia, serving as a gateway to both city-based and nearby diving options. While the urban center itself isn’t a dive hub, it offers access to multiple dive centers and dive sites along the coast and across Victoria. Nearby freshwater and estuarine sites exist, but genuine diving opportunities are typically found within day trips to regional coastal reefs, wrecks, and marine reserves, with conditions varying seasonally. Expect temperate water, moderate visibility, and a mix of reef and wreck dives within driving reach of the city.

Essential information for traveling in Australia

About Australia

Sea
Coral Sea, Great Australian Bight, Gulf of Mexi...
Timezone
Australia/Melbourne
Languages
EN
Demonym
Australian
Phone prefix
+61

Practicalities

Currency
AUD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type I
Airports
SYD MEL BNE OOL PER

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Melbourne

Nearby Dive Sites (16)

Nearby Dive Centers (5)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Melbourne

The best time to dive in Melbourne

The best months to dive in Melbourne are from January to April. Temperatures are confortable (17-21°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
20 °C
02 - Feb.
21 °C
03 - Mar.
20 °C
04 - Apr.
17 °C
05 - May
13 °C
06 - Jun.
10 °C
07 - Jul.
10 °C
08 - Aug.
10 °C
09 - Sept.
13 °C
10 - Oct.
14 °C
11 - Nov.
14 °C
12 - Dec.
17 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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