Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Melbourne Area
for Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for Port Phillip waters, Inner East, Mornington Peninsula, Inner, South East, Northern, Western, Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula and parts of Western Port and Outer East Local Warning Areas.

Issued at 1:49 pm Sunday, 21 December 2025.

Severe thunderstorms approach from the northwest and are likely to impact Melbourne and Geelong.

DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Port Phillip waters, Western Port, Inner East, Mornington Peninsula, Inner, South East, Northern, Outer East, Western and Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 1:50 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding were detected near Bacchus Marsh, Brisbane Ranges and the area northeast of Marysville. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Craigieburn, Geelong City, Melton, St Albans, Sunbury, Werribee and Footscray by 2:20 pm and Dandenong, Frankston, Glen Waverley, Greensborough, Melbourne City, Preston, Rosebud, Caulfield and Ringwood by 2:50 pm.

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.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for the Central, Northern Country, North Central, North East and parts of the Mallee, West and South Gippsland and East Gippsland districts.
Other warnings may be current.

The next warning is due to be issued by 2:50 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Melbourne Area
for Damaging Winds And Heavy Rainfall

for Port Phillip waters, Inner East, Mornington Peninsula, Inner, South East, Northern, Western, Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula and parts of Western Port and Outer East Local Warning Areas.

Issued at 1:49 pm Sunday, 21 December 2025.

Severe thunderstorms approach from the northwest and are likely to impact Melbourne and Geelong.

DAMAGING WINDS and HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Port Phillip waters, Western Port, Inner East, Mornington Peninsula, Inner, South East, Northern, Outer East, Western and Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula
The Bureau of Meteorology warns that, at 1:50 pm, severe thunderstorms likely to produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding were detected near Bacchus Marsh, Brisbane Ranges and the area northeast of Marysville. These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Craigieburn, Geelong City, Melton, St Albans, Sunbury, Werribee and Footscray by 2:20 pm and Dandenong, Frankston, Glen Waverley, Greensborough, Melbourne City, Preston, Rosebud, Caulfield and Ringwood by 2:50 pm.

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.
* Stay informed: Monitor weather warnings, forecasts and river levels at the Bureau of Meteorology website, and warnings through VicEmergency website/app/hotline.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for the Central, Northern Country, North Central, North East and parts of the Mallee, West and South Gippsland and East Gippsland districts.
Other warnings may be current.

The next warning is due to be issued by 2:50 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones

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

Issued at 1:46 pm Sunday, 21 December 2025.

Severe thunderstorms will now reach parts of Greater Melbourne during the afternoon.

Weather Situation
A broad surface trough and deepening low pressure system are expected to move through the state today. Scattered severe thunderstorms have developed and are moving through central parts of the state, likely reaching eastern districts later in the afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, Mallee, Northern Country, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour, Melbourne, Wangaratta, Swan Hill, Echuca, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh.
94 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Hotham at 12:55 pm.
93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Falls Creek at 11:16 am.
61.0 mm was recorded at Ovens River (Harrietville) in the 6 hours to 12:45 pm.
42.4 mm was recorded at Halls (Buckland River) in the 2 hours to 10:15 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.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wimmera,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 warning is due to be issued by 4:50 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones

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

Issued at 1:46 pm Sunday, 21 December 2025.

Severe thunderstorms will now reach parts of Greater Melbourne during the afternoon.

Weather Situation
A broad surface trough and deepening low pressure system are expected to move through the state today. Scattered severe thunderstorms have developed and are moving through central parts of the state, likely reaching eastern districts later in the afternoon.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Central, East Gippsland, Mallee, Northern Country, North Central, North East and West and South Gippsland
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding, damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Bendigo, Shepparton, Seymour, Melbourne, Wangaratta, Swan Hill, Echuca, Wonthaggi and Bacchus Marsh.
94 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mount Hotham at 12:55 pm.
93 km/h wind gust was recorded at Falls Creek at 11:16 am.
61.0 mm was recorded at Ovens River (Harrietville) in the 6 hours to 12:45 pm.
42.4 mm was recorded at Halls (Buckland River) in the 2 hours to 10:15 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.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wimmera,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 warning is due to be issued by 4:50 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.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Squall Warning

Issued at 01:32 PM EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025

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Please be aware
Waves may rise
rapidly during squalls.
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Wind Warnings for Sunday 21 December
Warning for the following areas:
Port Phillip
Squalls around 90 km/h are possible over Port Phillip with a line of storms moving over from the west in the next two hours.

This is a warning that potentially hazardous marine weather is imminent. Mariners are advised to take necessary safety precautions and check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local Waters Forecast for information on wind, wave and weather conditions for these areas.

The next warning will be issued by 3:30 pm EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Victoria

Issued at 01:21 PM EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025
for the period until midnight EDT Monday 22 December 2025

Wind Warnings for Sunday 21 December
Gale Warning for the following areas:
East Gippsland Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Port Phillip, Western Port, Central Coast and Central Gippsland Coast

Wind Warnings for Monday 22 December
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Central Gippsland Coast and East Gippsland Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Central Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:15 pm EDT Sunday.
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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

Road Weather Alert for Melbourne

for all suburbs

Issued at 10:45 AM EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025

Road weather alert for slippery roads and reduced visibility in heavy rain for the following areas:
all suburbs
Slippery roads and reduced visibility in heavy rain will make driving conditions dangerous during Sunday in all suburbs.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
Reduce speed.
Maintain a greater distance between you and the vehicle in front.
Turn on your headlights.
For information on any road closures, please contact your local council or the Police.

The next alert will be issued by 5:00 pm EDT Sunday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for South West, Central and West and South Gippsland forecast districts

Issued at 10:42 AM EDT on Sunday 21 December 2025

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
South West, Central and West and South Gippsland forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, rain and showers and southwesterly winds are expected during Sunday and Monday. Areas likely to be affected include parts of the Central district and exposed coastal parts and adjacent areas of the South West and West and South Gippsland forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EDT Sunday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Victoria

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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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025

Australian 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 2025