Skennars Head Forecast Detail
Skennars Head Fishing Weather Forecast
Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, applicable marine forecasts and wind for Skennars Head.
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Current conditions and 7 day outlook
Conditions here can shift quickly through the day, so use this as the broad weather picture alongside the separate wind and pressure sections below.
Last Reported
Current weather
34.3°C
Sunny.
Today
Sunny.
Maximum
34.0°C
Minimum
17.0°C
Rain
5% chance
Thu
5 Nov
Sunny.
Range
17.0°C to 34.0°C
Rain
5% chance
Fri
6 Nov
Partly cloudy.
Range
17.0°C to 25.0°C
Rain
10% chance
Sat
7 Nov
Partly cloudy.
Range
16.0°C to 29.0°C
Rain
0 to 1 mm · 30% chance
Sun
8 Nov
Shower or two.
Range
18.0°C to 23.0°C
Rain
0 to 2 mm · 50% chance
Mon
9 Nov
Partly cloudy.
Range
14.0°C to 23.0°C
Rain
0 to 1 mm · 30% chance
Tue
10 Nov
Possible shower.
Range
14.0°C to 27.0°C
Rain
0 to 1 mm · 40% chance
Wed
11 Nov
Shower or two.
Range
18.0°C to 30.0°C
Rain
0 to 15 mm · 70% chance
Skennars Head · Wind Forecast
Current wind and outlook
Wind direction and strength can change how exposed a location feels, especially around open water, beaches, piers, and headlands.
Last Reported
Current speed
28.0 km/h
Direction
W
Reading the wind
Wind direction and strength can affect comfort, casting, and exposure around this location.
Wind gusts can be stronger than the average wind speed, so it's worth checking the gust forecast if you're planning to fish from an exposed location or need to know about potential changes in conditions.
Even modest wind can affect comfort and casting, especially where the water is exposed.
The marker shows the current wind direction, while the daily outlook below shows whether conditions are likely to build or ease over the coming days.
Wind forecast unavailable for the coming days.
Barometric pressure
Last observed
1006.2 hPa
Mean Sea Level pressure · Observed Thu 5 Nov, 2:50 pm local time · BOM
Falling over 11:50 am–2:50 pm
Pressure movement
Actual observations from the past 24 hours. Lines stop at gaps or changes in measurement source.
Skennars Head · Marine Forecast
Waves, water, boating comfort & water temperature
Marine forecasts are guidance only. Conditions can change quickly on exposed water.
Current marine state
Current wave
0.88 m
Max wave
1.44 m
Wave period
8.4 s
Swell
1.08 m
Wind wave
0.88 m
Water temp
22.4 C
Marine interpretation
The wave conditions appear relatively calm in the currently available marine data.
Marine caution
Higher waves suggest a conservative approach, especially in exposed areas. Forecast wave heights are averages rather than peak conditions. Individual waves may exceed the forecast height at times. Wind and local chop can quickly affect comfort and control. Wave period around 8.9 s can influence how conditions feel on the water. Conditions in open water can change quickly, so keep checking throughout the session.
Water temperature
Water temperature is around 22.4 C, which presents lower immersion concern in calmer conditions. Cool or cold water can affect grip, coordination, and swimming ability. Hypothermia is a real risk, particularly if you become immersed in the water. Wind and rough water can increase the impact of an accidental immersion.
Check local marine warnings, ramps, vessel limits and current conditions before heading out.
Unsure about wave heights & boats? Check before heading out.
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