Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Victoria

Issued at 05:10 AM EST on Wednesday 25 June 2025
for the period until midnight EST Thursday 26 June 2025

Wind Warnings for Wednesday 25 June
Gale Warning for the following areas:
West Coast, Central Gippsland Coast and East Gippsland Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Port Phillip, Western Port, Gippsland Lakes and Central Coast

Wind Warnings for Thursday 26 June
Gale Warning for the following areas:
East Gippsland Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Central Gippsland Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:40 pm EST Wednesday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds

for parts of East Gippsland, North East, West and South Gippsland, Central and North Central Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:52 am Wednesday, 25 June 2025.

Damaging wind gusts possible over northeast ranges during early morning with blizzard conditions.

Weather Situation
A cold front is clearing eastern Victoria this morning followed by strong southwesterly winds, expected to ease during the evening.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland
For NORTHEASTERN RANGES and EAST GIPPSLAND: Strong northwest winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h are possible about alpine areas above 1400 metres, with BLIZZARD conditions likely.
Damaging wind gusts are forecast to ease below warning thresholds during early morning.
A separate warning for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES is current for the entire Victorian coast. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/warnings/
Locations which may be affected include Falls Creek, Dargo, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the South West district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Cancellation for the following areas:
South West

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Wednesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds

for parts of East Gippsland, North East, West and South Gippsland, Central and North Central Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:52 am Wednesday, 25 June 2025.

Damaging wind gusts possible over northeast ranges during early morning with blizzard conditions.

Weather Situation
A cold front is clearing eastern Victoria this morning followed by strong southwesterly winds, expected to ease during the evening.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland
For NORTHEASTERN RANGES and EAST GIPPSLAND: Strong northwest winds averaging 50 to 60 km/h with DAMAGING WIND GUSTS of around 90 km/h are possible about alpine areas above 1400 metres, with BLIZZARD conditions likely.
Damaging wind gusts are forecast to ease below warning thresholds during early morning.
A separate warning for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES is current for the entire Victorian coast. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/warnings/
Locations which may be affected include Falls Creek, Dargo, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Hotham, Mt Buller and Omeo.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the South West district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
Cancellation for the following areas:
South West

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low-lying areas and floodwater. Avoid travel if possible.
* Stay safe by avoiding dangerous hazards, such as floodwater, mud, debris, damaged roads and fallen trees.
* Be aware - heat, fire or recent storms may make trees unstable and more likely to fall when it's windy or wet.
* Check that loose items, such as outdoor settings, umbrellas and trampolines are safely secured. Move vehicles under cover or away from trees.
* Stay indoors and away from windows.
* If outdoors, move to a safe place indoors. Stay away from trees, drains, gutters, creeks and waterways.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines - always assume they are live.
* Be aware that in fire affected areas, rainfall run-off into waterways may contain debris such as ash, soil, trees and rocks. Heavy rainfall may also increase the potential for landslides and debris across roads.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Wednesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Coastal Hazard Warning
for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

for parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:49 am Wednesday, 25 June 2025.


Abnormally High Tides for Victoria

Weather Situation
A deep low pressure system moving to the south will move into the Tasman Sea today. Strong to gale-force northwesterly winds will shift southwesterly during this morning. This is expected to bring strong winds, elevated surf and sea levels across the state.
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas for the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip. Tides are likely to rise WELL ABOVE the normal high tide mark during this evening's high tide. Tides are again expected to rise WELL ABOVE the normal high tide mark during Wednesday afternoon and evening high tide.
A separate Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Locations which may be affected include Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Port Fairy, Inverloch, Port Albert, Silverleaves, Barwon Heads, Frankston and Lakes Entrance.


The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Wednesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Coastal Hazard Warning
for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES

for parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.

Issued at 4:49 am Wednesday, 25 June 2025.


Abnormally High Tides for Victoria

Weather Situation
A deep low pressure system moving to the south will move into the Tasman Sea today. Strong to gale-force northwesterly winds will shift southwesterly during this morning. This is expected to bring strong winds, elevated surf and sea levels across the state.
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, South West and West and South Gippsland
ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES may lead to sea water flooding of low-lying coastal areas for the entire Victorian coast, including Port Phillip. Tides are likely to rise WELL ABOVE the normal high tide mark during this evening's high tide. Tides are again expected to rise WELL ABOVE the normal high tide mark during Wednesday afternoon and evening high tide.
A separate Severe Weather Warning for DAMAGING WINDS is also current. Please refer to http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/
Locations which may be affected include Geelong, Melbourne, Portland, Port Fairy, Inverloch, Port Albert, Silverleaves, Barwon Heads, Frankston and Lakes Entrance.


The Victoria State Emergency Service and Life Saving Victoria advise that people should be aware of the following:
* Do not walk, ride or drive through flood waters.
* Stay away from beaches, tidal rivers and creeks.
* If you have a boat or water craft, haul out if possible or check your moorings are secure.
* Keep away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
* Stay informed - monitor weather warnings and forecasts at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency app, website and hotline (1800 226 226).

The next Coastal Hazard Warning will be issued by 11:00 am AEST Wednesday.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, North East, South West, Central, West and South Gippsland and East Gippsland forecast districts

Issued at 04:49 AM EST on Wednesday 25 June 2025

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, North East, South West, Central, West and South Gippsland and East Gippsland forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, showers and southwesterly winds are expected during Wednesday and Thursday. Areas likely to be affected include the Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, North East, South West, Central and West and South Gippsland forecast districts and parts of the Mallee and East Gippsland forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 am EST Wednesday.