Cape Otway Forecast Detail
Cape Otway Weather Forecast
Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, wind and applicable marine forecasts for Cape Otway.
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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
15.3°C
Today
Showers.
Maximum
27.0°C
Minimum
19.0°C
Rain
80% chance
Today's Weather Outlook
South West district · Issued
Friday 23 October
Cloudy. Medium chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm early this evening. Winds northwest to southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h tending south to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the evening then becoming light in the late evening.
Read the coming days
Saturday 24 October
Partly cloudy. Very high chance of rain, most likely in the late afternoon and evening. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening, possibly severe with damaging winds, large hail and heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding in the north. Light winds becoming east to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h in the morning then tending south to southeasterly in the late evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 10 and 13 with daytime temperatures reaching the low to mid 20s.
Sunday 25 October
Cloudy. Very high chance of rain, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Possible small hail near the coast in the evening. The chance of a thunderstorm about the ranges in the early morning. Winds southerly 20 to 30 km/h turning west to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h in the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to around 10 with daytime temperatures reaching around 14.
Monday 26 October
Partly cloudy. High chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Possible small hail near the coast. Winds westerly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during the evening. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 6 with daytime temperatures reaching around 15.
Tuesday 27 October
Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Winds west to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h tending west to southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning. Overnight temperatures falling to between 3 and 6 with daytime temperatures reaching around 16.
Fri
23 Oct
Showers.
Range
19.0°C to 27.0°C
Rain
80% chance
Sat
24 Oct
Rain increasing.
Range
13.0°C to 18.0°C
Rain
4 to 15 mm · 95% chance
Sun
25 Oct
Rain.
Range
11.0°C to 15.0°C
Rain
10 to 25 mm · 100% chance
Mon
26 Oct
Showers.
Range
10.0°C to 15.0°C
Rain
1 to 6 mm · 80% chance
Tue
27 Oct
Shower or two.
Range
10.0°C to 16.0°C
Rain
0 to 4 mm · 70% chance
Wed
28 Oct
Shower or two.
Range
11.0°C to 16.0°C
Rain
0 to 3 mm · 70% chance
Thu
29 Oct
Possible shower.
Range
12.0°C to 17.0°C
Rain
0 to 1 mm · 40% chance
Cape Otway · 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
17.0 km/h
Direction
NW
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.
Cape Otway · 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
Interpretation
Pressure trend is still building from recent samples. Current pressure is available, but there needs to be more readings before it can be interpreted.
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.
Cape Otway · 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
2.8 m
Max wave
2.96 m
Wave period
12.75 s
Swell
2.78 m
Wind wave
1.06 m
Water temp
16.4 C
Marine interpretation
Marine observations point to a reasonably fishable 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 13.45 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 16.4 C, so accidental immersion should still be treated seriously. 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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