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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Southern Focus Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Melbourne’s weather today, as shown in the live forecast above, is drawn from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) observations. The city’s famously changeable spring pattern means conditions can shift quickly, so checking the BOM Melbourne 7-day forecast is the best way to stay ready.
What is the BOM 7-day forecast for Melbourne?
The BOM issues detailed forecasts for Melbourne twice daily, covering temperature, rainfall chance, wind and UV. The 7-day outlook above gives a reliable guide for the coming week, though shorter lead times offer greater accuracy. For a wider view, the weather in Melbourne 10 days and weather Melbourne 14 days pages extend that picture.
How do BOM observations work in Melbourne?
BOM’s main Melbourne station at Olympic Park records real-time temperature, humidity, wind and pressure. These readings feed the live forecast above and are used to verify the model that produces the bom Melbourne 7 day forecast. Longer-term tools such as the Melbourne weather 21 day forecast and 28 day weather forecast Melbourne BOM are based on ensemble modelling and should be treated as trends, not firm predictions.
Where does BOM source its Melbourne weather data?
The Bureau operates a network of automatic weather stations, satellites and weather radars across Victoria. For Melbourne, the Olympic Park station plus the Laverton and Moorabbin airports provide the primary observations that feed the live forecast above.
How often is the BOM Melbourne forecast updated?
The official forecast is re-issued at around 5:20 am and 5:20 pm each day. The seven-day outlook you see on this page refreshes automatically as new BOM data arrives, typically within 15 minutes of each issue time.
Why does Melbourne’s weather change so quickly?
Melbourne sits at the edge of a landmass and ocean, with cold fronts and troughs frequently sweeping across the region. This dynamic set-up means the weather can switch from clear to showery within hours, making the live forecast above particularly useful for day-to-day planning.
For a broader picture, head to our Australia weather hub or the dedicated Melbourne Weather page. If severe weather is possible, check Severe Weather Warning updates.