Victoria Weather Forecast & Warnings

Comprehensive weather forecasts, warnings, and climate information for Victoria, Australia.

Updated: 27 Aug 2026

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Victoria Climate Overview

Victoria is known for its changeable weather, with Melbourne famous for experiencing 'four seasons in one day.' The state has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. Alpine regions in the northeast receive regular snowfall, while the Mallee in the northwest experiences semi-arid conditions.

Climate Zones:
Temperate
Semi-arid
Alpine

Current Weather Warnings

Seasonal Weather Patterns

summer

Warm to hot with occasional extreme heatwaves. Cool changes bring rapid temperature drops. High bushfire risk in dry years. Afternoon sea breezes in Melbourne.

autumn

Stable, pleasant conditions. Peak autumn colours. Reducing bushfire risk. Cool nights begin.

winter

Cool to cold with regular rainfall. Snow in alpine regions. Frost common across the state. Cold fronts bring wind and rain.

spring

Highly variable with cold fronts and warm northerlies. Severe thunderstorm season. Allergy season due to high pollen counts.

Common Weather Events

Bushfires
Severe Thunderstorms
Cold Fronts
Heatwaves
Flooding
Alpine Snow

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Historical Weather Records

Hottest Recorded

48.8°C

Hopetoun

7 February 2009

Coldest Recorded

-11.7°C

Mount Hotham

3 August 1947

Wettest Day

375mm

Tanybryn

22 March 1983

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Weather forecasts for cities, towns, and regions across Victoria.

26°C Summer

Average summer maximum. Winter averages 14°C.

300mm (northwest) to 1800mm (Otways)

Annual rainfall varies significantly across different regions.

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