Chelsea Beach Forecast Detail
Chelsea Beach Weather Forecast
Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, wind and applicable marine forecasts for Chelsea Beach.
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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
14.7°C
Today
Partly cloudy.
Maximum
18.0°C
Minimum
13.0°C
Rain
10% chance
Chelsea Beach · 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
SW
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.
Waters Wind Outlook
Port Phillip waters · Issued
Monday 12 October
Winds: Southwesterly 15 to 20 knots turning westerly 10 to 15 knots in the late evening.
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Tuesday 13 October
Winds: West to northwesterly 15 to 20 knots turning south to southwesterly during the day.
Wednesday 14 October
Winds: Southerly 10 to 15 knots turning southeasterly in the morning.
Thursday 15 October
Winds: Southeasterly 10 to 15 knots turning east to northeasterly below 10 knots during the morning then tending east to southeasterly 15 to 20 knots during the day.
Friday 16 October
Winds: East to northeasterly 10 to 15 knots decreasing to below 10 knots during the morning then tending east to southeasterly 10 to 15 knots during the afternoon.
Chelsea Beach · 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.
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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.
Chelsea Beach · 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
0.92 m
Max wave
0.94 m
Wave period
5.15 s
Swell
0.66 m
Wind wave
0.86 m
Water temp
15.5 C
Marine interpretation
Marine conditions appear manageable based on current wave readings.
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 15.5 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.
Marine Weather Outlook
Port Phillip waters · Issued
Monday 12 October
Seas: Around 1 metre.
Weather: Partly cloudy.
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Tuesday 13 October
Seas: Around 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres in the north during the morning.
Weather: Cloudy. 50% chance of showers.
Wednesday 14 October
Seas: Around 1 metre.
Weather: Cloudy.
Thursday 15 October
Seas: Below 1 metre.
Weather: Mostly sunny.
Friday 16 October
Seas: Around 1 metre.
Weather: Mostly sunny.