Fawkner Beacon Forecast Detail
Fawkner Beacon Fishing Weather
Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, applicable marine forecasts and wind for Fawkner Beacon.
Weather updated AEDT
Back to Fawkner Beacon fishing forecastWeather
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
16.3°C
Partly cloudy.
Today
Partly cloudy.
Maximum
20.0°C
Minimum
14.0°C
Rain
5% chance
Fawkner Beacon · 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
—
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
1015.2 hPa
Mean Sea Level pressure · Observed Wed 11 Nov, 6:50 am local time · BOM
Rising over 3:50 am–6:50 am
Pressure movement
Actual observations from the past 24 hours. Lines stop at gaps or changes in measurement source.
Fawkner Beacon · 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
0.42 m
Max wave
0.82 m
Wave period
5 s
Swell
0.46 m
Wind wave
0.78 m
Water temp
17.3 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 6.95 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 17.3 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.
Safe Wave Height CalculatorPlan your weekend at Fawkner Beacon
Get a seven-day fishing forecast by email each Thursday morning, with bite times, weather and tides where available.
Email Me the FREE Weekly ForecastOne email a week. Confirm your email to subscribe. Unsubscribe at any time.