Which terraces in Melbourne are in the sun right now?

Sun Map calculates the sun's position in real time and shows which of the 518 terraces, rooftop bars and beach clubs in Melbourne are sunny right now – and how long the sun lasts.

Where can I find rooftop bars in Melbourne?

Filter by rooftop bar, roof terrace or beach club in Melbourne and sort by sun right now, distance or reviews from real guests.

Yes. Search, sun hours, opening hours and directions are free – no account needed.

Can I find terraces with shade in Melbourne?

Yes. Filter by Shade for parasols, pergolas, awnings or natural shade – and by Wind shelter on breezy days. Sun and shade can be selected together.

Which quick filters are available in Melbourne?

Last sun after 7pm, beer & after work, coffee, rooftop bar, beach club, waterfront, pool bar, garden, live music, dog friendly, sidewalk seating, wind shelter and shade – combine several at once.

How is the Top 10 in Melbourne ranked?

By SunScore, which weighs sun quality, ratings (both Sun Map and Google Maps), community activity and how complete a listing is. Placement cannot be bought.

How do I know if the sun is out right now?

Guests report ☀️, ⛅ or 🌧️ with one tap, and reports from the last two hours show the live conditions. The week forecast also blends sun hours, temperature and clear skies into the best day.

Do I need an account?

No. As a guest you can browse every terrace, the map and the city guides. An account is only needed for favourites, check-ins, reviews and friends.

How do we decide where the crew goes for after work in Melbourne?

Start an AW poll in Sun Map: pick 2–3 sunny spots, set a time and share the link via WhatsApp, SMS or any chat app. Everyone votes without an account and sees the result live – the winner gets a trophy.

Sunny terraces in Melbourne – rooftop bars & outdoor seating

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518 spots in the community

Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Melbourne

We currently track 518 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in Melbourne, kept up to date by the community. 518 of them are in the sun right now.

Local favourites

In Melbourne, Fitzroy, Southbank and St Kilda are good places to start looking for outdoor tables. For sunset, St Kilda Pier is a local classic.

City snapshot

518
Sunny now
11
rooftop bars
3
waterside spots
13h 33min
Daylight

The local mix stands out for 11 rooftop bars and 3 waterside spots. Use the filters to find the kind of sunny spot you want.

Sunset is at 19:51 and golden hour starts at 19:15.

Find sunny terraces, rooftop bars and outdoor seating in Melbourne in real time. Sun Map is a community-driven guide where users mark where the sun hits outdoor terraces in Melbourne. Tap a spot for opening hours, reviews and directions.

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Top 10 sunny terraces in Melbourne

The ten best sun spots in Melbourne right now, ranked from 518 mapped terraces.

The sun score is calculated automatically from sunlit hours, how late the evening sun lasts, community ratings and check-ins, photos and how complete the listing is.

Best chance of evening sun today

No sun right now — these spots have the best aspect until sunset at 19:51.

Ranked by sun path, sunset, open western aspect and shade from buildings.

The sun in Melbourne this week (week 44)

Here is the sun outlook for Melbourne, 26 Oct–1 Nov. We track 518 terraces, rooftop bars and sun spots in the city and keep the sun hours up to date.

The best day for evening sun is Sunday, when the sun sets at 19:54 after 13h 40min of daylight.

Days grow 14 minutes longer this week — by the weekend the sun sets at 19:54.

Planning after-work drinks in the sun? Aim for Sunday in Melbourne and pick a spot with sun until 19:54.

Day	Sunset	Daylight
Monday 26 Oct	19:48	13h 26min
Tuesday 27 Oct	19:49	13h 29min
Wednesday 28 Oct	19:50	13h 31min
Thursday 29 Oct	19:51	13h 33min
Friday 30 Oct	19:52	13h 35min
Saturday 31 Oct	19:53	13h 38min
Sunday 1 Nov Best evening	19:54	13h 40min

The sun in Melbourne today

Sunrise

06:18

Sun highest

13:05

Sunset

19:51

Golden hour

19:15

Daylight

13h 33min

518 spots are in the sun right now

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Sunset in Melbourne month by month

How long the evening sun lasts on terraces in Melbourne across the year.

Month	Sunset	Daylight
January	20:45	14h 30min
February	20:20	13h 30min
March	19:42	12h 23min
April	17:55	11h 8min
May	17:21	10h 7min
June	17:08	9h 34min
July	17:20	9h 46min
August	17:45	10h 38min
September	18:11	11h 48min
October	19:37	13h 1min
November	20:10	14h 8min
December	20:39	14h 45min

Updated automatically

Guide: sun and terraces in Melbourne

Sun Map maps 518 outdoor spots in Melbourne, including 11 rooftop bars and 0 beach clubs. Sun status is calculated from the real-time position of the sun and topped up with sun hours flagged by guests and owners. You see where the sun actually is right now – not just where there are outdoor tables.

Local tips for Melbourne

Spots facing the Yarra get an open western aspect and hold the evening sun longer than inland streets.
The terrace season in Melbourne effectively runs September–May; outside it, expect heaters and blankets.

Good to know

Narrow streets lose the sun earlier – rooftop bars in Melbourne keep it longest.
Prefer shade? Filter on Shade for umbrellas, pergolas and awnings.
Opening and sun hours are kept up to date by the community – flag any changes.

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FAQ – Melbourne

Which terraces in Melbourne are in the sun right now?: Sun Map calculates the sun's position in real time and shows which of the 518 terraces, rooftop bars and beach clubs in Melbourne are sunny right now – and how long the sun lasts.
Where can I find rooftop bars in Melbourne?: Filter by rooftop bar, roof terrace or beach club in Melbourne and sort by sun right now, distance or reviews from real guests.
Is Sun Map free?: Yes. Search, sun hours, opening hours and directions are free – no account needed.
Can I find terraces with shade in Melbourne?: Yes. Filter by Shade for parasols, pergolas, awnings or natural shade – and by Wind shelter on breezy days. Sun and shade can be selected together.
Which quick filters are available in Melbourne?: Last sun after 7pm, beer & after work, coffee, rooftop bar, beach club, waterfront, pool bar, garden, live music, dog friendly, sidewalk seating, wind shelter and shade – combine several at once.
How is the Top 10 in Melbourne ranked?: By SunScore, which weighs sun quality, ratings (both Sun Map and Google Maps), community activity and how complete a listing is. Placement cannot be bought.
How do I know if the sun is out right now?: Guests report ☀️, ⛅ or 🌧️ with one tap, and reports from the last two hours show the live conditions. The week forecast also blends sun hours, temperature and clear skies into the best day.
Do I need an account?: No. As a guest you can browse every terrace, the map and the city guides. An account is only needed for favourites, check-ins, reviews and friends.
How do we decide where the crew goes for after work in Melbourne?: Start an AW poll in Sun Map: pick 2–3 sunny spots, set a time and share the link via WhatsApp, SMS or any chat app. Everyone votes without an account and sees the result live – the winner gets a trophy.

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Sun, rooftops and outdoor dining in Melbourne

Top 10 sunny terraces in Melbourne

Goldilocks Rooftop Bar

Good Heavens Rooftop

Kaki Lima

Napier Hotel

Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar

Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar

Sandbar Beach Cafe

Studley Park Boathouse

The Osborne Rooftop & Bar

Bomba Rooftop

Best chance of evening sun today

Bomba Rooftop

Canto

Goldilocks Rooftop Bar

Good Heavens Rooftop

Kaki Lima

Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar

Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar

Rooftop at QT

The sun in Melbourne this week (week 44)

The sun in Melbourne today

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BangPop

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Bean Counter Cafe

Bean Seen There

Beast

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Bellboy Cafe

Belle's Hot Chicken

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Benchwarmer

Bentwood

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Betwixt Cafe & Bar

Bhoj

Bibi Ji

Billie's Bites & Bar

Black Cat

Blondie

Blu Point

Bluebird Espresso

Bobby's Coffee & Bagels

Bodriggy Brewing Company

Bomb Cafe

Bomba Rooftop

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