Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds
for parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Issued at 9:51 am Sunday, 21 December 2025.
Severe thunderstorms continuing through parts of the northeast.
Weather Situation
Thunderstorms are occurring in a moist and unstable airmass this morning. These are moving in a line producing a risk of heavy rainfall and damaging wind gusts.
HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bairnsdale, Orbost, Bright, Falls Creek, Dargo and Buchan.
46.4 mm was recorded at Ovens River (Harrietville) in the 3 hours to 9:40 am.
38.4 mm was recorded at Edi Upper in the 1 hour to 9:17 am.
27.4 mm was recorded at Mount Buffalo Chalet in the 30 minutes to 9:01 am.
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 warning is due to be issued by 12:55 pm.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.
Forecast
Barjarg (36.9152°S, 145.9768°E, 354m AMSL) Barjarg,VIC set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Barjarg 7 day forecast
Today: Cloudy. Very high chance of rain, becoming less likely at night. Thunderstorms, possibly severe with destructive winds, large, possibly giant, hail and heavy, possibly intense rain which may lead to flash flooding. Winds N/NE 15 to 25 km/h turning W/NW 20 to 30 km/h in the late afternoon. Daytime maximum temperatures 20 to 28.
Forecast for Barjarg (36.9152°S, 145.9768°E, 354m AMSL) Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Summary 
Minimum 18° 10° 10° 8° 8° 7° 10° Maximum 24° 21° 19° 21° 17° 22° 26° Chance of rain 90% 10% 10% 5% 10% 10% 5% Likely amount 20-40mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating Moderate Moderate High High No Rating - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 12
(km/h)22
(km/h)19
(km/h)13
(km/h)20
(km/h)21
(km/h)11
(km/h)19
(km/h)23
(km/h)26
(km/h)16
(km/h)19
(km/h)8
(km/h)5
(km/h)Wind direction ENE NNE SW WSW SW SW WSW WSW SSW SW S SSW E W Relative humidity 78% 81% 69% 45% 68% 41% 63% 40% 62% 43% 59% 41% 54% 31% Dew point 18°C 21°C 7°C 8°C 8°C 6°C 6°C 7°C 5°C 4°C 5°C 8°C 8°C 7°C First light 5:23am 5:24am 5:24am 5:25am 5:25am 5:26am 5:27am Sunrise 5:54am 5:55am 5:55am 5:56am 5:56am 5:57am 5:57am Sunset 8:36pm 8:36pm 8:37pm 8:37pm 8:37pm 8:38pm 8:38pm Last light 9:06pm 9:07pm 9:07pm 9:08pm 9:08pm 9:09pm 9:09pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Barjarg (36.9152°S, 145.9768°E, 354m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase First quarter Full moon Last quarter New moon 5:23am EDT 5:54am EDT 8:36pm EDT 9:06pm EDT 6:20am EDT 9:52pm EDT 
Waxing crescent
First quarter Dec 28 Full moon Jan 03 Last quarter Jan 11 New moon Jan 19 Barjarg sun & moon times
SundayFirst light5:23am
EDTSunrise5:54am
EDTSunset8:36pm
EDTLast light9:06pm
EDTMoon phase
Next OccurrenceMoon riseSun
6:20am
EDTMoon setSun
9:52pm
EDTFirst quarterFirst quarter Sun
Dec 28
Full moonFull moon Sat
Jan 03
Last quarterLast quarter Sun
Jan 11
New moonNew moon Mon
Jan 19
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Sun 9:52am UTC Severe thunderstorm advice VICSun 9:52am UTC Severe thunderstorm advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall And Damaging Winds
for parts of East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland Forecast Districts.
Issued at 9:51 am Sunday, 21 December 2025.
Severe thunderstorms continuing through parts of the northeast.
Weather Situation
Thunderstorms are occurring in a moist and unstable airmass this morning. These are moving in a line producing a risk of heavy rainfall and damaging wind gusts.
HEAVY RAINFALL and DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
East Gippsland, North East and West and South Gippsland
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and damaging winds in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bairnsdale, Orbost, Bright, Falls Creek, Dargo and Buchan.
46.4 mm was recorded at Ovens River (Harrietville) in the 3 hours to 9:40 am.
38.4 mm was recorded at Edi Upper in the 1 hour to 9:17 am.
27.4 mm was recorded at Mount Buffalo Chalet in the 30 minutes to 9:01 am.
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 warning is due to be issued by 12:55 pm.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
The next heatwave warning will be issued by 3:00pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025Sat 2:30pm UTC Severe weather advice VICAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Heatwave Warning
Issued at 02:30 PM EDT on Saturday 20 December 2025
Valid for Saturday 20 December 2025 to Saturday 20 December 2025
Warning for the following areas:
Mallee, Northern Country, North East and East Gippsland
Cancellation for the following areas:
Central, South West, North Central and West and South Gippsland
Safety Advice:
Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.
Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.
Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.
If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.
Maximum temperatures in the low thirties to low forties. Overnight minimum temperatures in the mid to high teens.
Severe heatwave conditions will ease over the northern and far eastern parts of the State over the weekend as southeast to southwesterly winds bring about milder conditions. Locations likely to be impacted include Albury-Wodonga, Corryong, Echuca, Mildura, Mansfield, Mallacoota, Omeo, Shepparton and Wangaratta.
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Temperature for next 7 days
0 Sunday Sunday 24 1 Monday Monday 21 2 Tuesday Tuesday 19 3 Wednesday Wednesday 21 4 Thursday Thursday 17 5 Friday Friday 22 6 Saturday Saturday 26 7 Saturday Saturday 26 -
Rain for next 7 days
0 Sunday Sunday 40 1 Monday Monday 0 2 Tuesday Tuesday 0 3 Wednesday Wednesday 0 4 Thursday Thursday 0 5 Friday Friday 0 6 Saturday Saturday 0 7 Saturday Saturday 0
