Maroochy River Forecast Detail

Maroochy River Weather Forecast

Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, wind and applicable marine forecasts for Maroochy River.

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Weather

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

19.6°C

Today

Shower or two. Possible storm.

Maximum

23.0°C

Minimum

18.0°C

Rain

60% chance

Fri

23 Oct

Shower or two. Possible storm.

Range

18.0°C to 23.0°C

Rain

60% chance

Sat

24 Oct

Rain.

Range

19.0°C to 23.0°C

Rain

25 to 60 mm · 95% chance

Sun

25 Oct

Showers. Possible storm.

Range

19.0°C to 25.0°C

Rain

7 to 25 mm · 90% chance

Mon

26 Oct

Showers. Storm developing.

Range

21.0°C to 31.0°C

Rain

0 to 8 mm · 80% chance

Tue

27 Oct

Shower or two. Possible storm.

Range

20.0°C to 30.0°C

Rain

0 to 5 mm · 50% chance

Wed

28 Oct

Possible shower.

Range

19.0°C to 26.0°C

Rain

0 to 6 mm · 40% chance

Thu

29 Oct

Cloudy.

Range

17.0°C to 26.0°C

Rain

0 to 1 mm · 30% chance

Maroochy River · Wind Forecast

Current wind and 7 day outlook

Wind direction and strength can change how exposed a location feels, especially around open water, beaches, piers, and headlands.

Last Reported

Current speed

15.0 km/h

Direction

N

Today max

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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.

Fri

23 Oct

Max wind

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Sat

24 Oct

Max wind

—

Sun

25 Oct

Max wind

—

Mon

26 Oct

Max wind

—

Tue

27 Oct

Max wind

—

Wed

28 Oct

Max wind

—

Thu

29 Oct

Max wind

—

Maroochy River · Pressure Forecast

Barometric pressure

Pressure is most useful for fishing when it shows movement. A stable, rising, or falling trend can add context to the rest of today’s fishing forecast.

Last Reported

1020
hPa
⮟ Falling

Interpretation

Pressure changes tend to matter more than the absolute value, especially when conditions are shifting.

Pressure is only one signal. Wind, tide, solunar timing, water movement, and local structure still matter.

Pressure movement

Recent readings build the pressure trend used for interpretation.

Maroochy River · 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

1.32 m

Max wave

1.4 m

Wave period

6.55 s

Swell

1.3 m

Wind wave

0.64 m

Water temp

22.5 C

Fri

23 Oct

Wave

1.4 m

Period

6.65 s

Swell

1.3 m

Wind wave

0.64 m

Sat

24 Oct

Wave

1.4 m

Period

6.7 s

Swell

1.34 m

Wind wave

0.86 m

Sun

25 Oct

Wave

1.42 m

Period

6.65 s

Swell

0.94 m

Wind wave

0.98 m

Mon

26 Oct

Wave

1.34 m

Period

6.55 s

Swell

1.02 m

Wind wave

0.5 m

Tue

27 Oct

Wave

0.96 m

Period

6.9 s

Swell

0.8 m

Wind wave

0.12 m

Wed

28 Oct

Wave

0.84 m

Period

7 s

Swell

0.6 m

Wind wave

0.42 m

Thu

29 Oct

Wave

0.78 m

Period

6.95 s

Swell

0.66 m

Wind wave

0.18 m

Marine interpretation

Wave: caution Water: low

Current marine conditions suggest a fairly manageable sea state.

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 6.65 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 22.5 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.

Safe Wave Height Calculator

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