Australian Open Weather Guide: Melbourne Park Summer Heat

By Kevin Roth, sports meteorologist. Weather guide for sports fans and bettors.

Venue

Melbourne Park

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Tournament

Australian Open

Window

Mid-January through late January

Climate

The Australian Open is played on hard courts in Melbourne during Southern Hemisphere summer. Extreme heat is common — heat index above 100 has forced suspension in past tournaments. Rod Laver Arena, Margaret Court Arena, and John Cain Arena all have retractable roofs.

Weather angle

Extreme heat and the Extreme Heat Policy are the defining Australian Open weather considerations. Roof status on the three show courts allows matches to continue when outer courts suspend for heat. Rain is less frequent than at Wimbledon or Roland-Garros but can still occur through the tournament.

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