Western Port Forecast Detail
Western Port Weather Forecast
Current conditions, the seven-day outlook, wind and applicable marine forecasts for Western Port.
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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
24.4°C
Today
Mostly clear.
Maximum
29.0°C
Minimum
17.0°C
Rain
10% chance
Fri
23 Oct
Mostly clear.
Range
17.0°C to 29.0°C
Rain
10% chance
Sat
24 Oct
Showers. Possible storm.
Range
13.0°C to 23.0°C
Rain
1 to 10 mm · 90% chance
Sun
25 Oct
Rain.
Range
13.0°C to 18.0°C
Rain
15 to 35 mm · 100% chance
Mon
26 Oct
Showers.
Range
7.0°C to 16.0°C
Rain
0 to 5 mm · 80% chance
Tue
27 Oct
Shower or two.
Range
7.0°C to 17.0°C
Rain
0 to 4 mm · 70% chance
Wed
28 Oct
Shower or two.
Range
8.0°C to 19.0°C
Rain
0 to 2 mm · 60% chance
Thu
29 Oct
Possible shower.
Range
9.0°C to 19.0°C
Rain
0 to 1 mm · 40% chance
Western Port · 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
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.
Waters Wind Outlook
Western Port waters · Issued
Friday 23 October
Winds: North to northwesterly 10 to 15 knots shifting south to southwesterly below 10 knots in the late evening.
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Saturday 24 October
Winds: Variable about 10 knots becoming southeasterly 10 to 15 knots in the evening then becoming easterly below 10 knots in the late evening.
Sunday 25 October
Winds: Variable about 10 knots becoming southwesterly 15 to 20 knots in the early morning.
Monday 26 October
Winds: Southwesterly 15 to 20 knots turning westerly during the morning.
Tuesday 27 October
Winds: Westerly 15 to 20 knots.
Western Port · 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 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.
Western Port · 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
0.36 m
Max wave
0.46 m
Wave period
4.95 s
Swell
0.26 m
Wind wave
0.4 m
Water temp
18.8 C
Marine interpretation
Current marine conditions suggest a fairly manageable sea state.
Marine caution
Even with lower waves, wave height and conditions can vary depending on wind and local water movement. 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 7.75 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 18.8 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
Western Port waters · Issued
Friday 23 October
Seas: Below 1 metre.
Weather: Partly cloudy.
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Saturday 24 October
Seas: Below 1 metre.
Weather: Cloudy. 90% chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening.
Sunday 25 October
Seas: Below 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres west of Sandy Point around midday.
Weather: Cloudy. Near 100% chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm in the early morning.
Monday 26 October
Seas: Below 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres west of Sandy Point.
Weather: Partly cloudy. 80% chance of showers, with possible small hail.
Tuesday 27 October
Seas: Below 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres west of Sandy Point during the afternoon.
Weather: Partly cloudy. 70% chance of showers.
Unsure about wave heights & boats? Check before heading out.
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