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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australia Data Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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A mix of sun and cloud across Australia today, with isolated showers pushing through Melbourne and Adelaide, while the Gold Coast and Brisbane enjoy mostly fine conditions after a mild start.
What sort of weather can you expect today?
A trough is bringing patchy rain to parts of Victoria and South Australia, so expect a few light showers in weather today Melbourne and weather today Adelaide, punctuated by some afternoon clearing. Up north, the Gold Coast and weather today Surfers Paradise will see cloudy periods easing to a partly sunny afternoon. In New South Wales, weather today Byron Bay is looking warm and mostly dry, though a coastal breeze may pick up by late morning. For those checking the bom Melbourne 7 day forecast, the unsettled pattern will linger into the start of the week before drying out.
How accurate are today’s forecasts?
Forecast models align well for today, with the Bureau of Meteorology providing a reliable short-term outlook. For the most accurate 14 day weather forecast, combine the BOM’s daily updates with observations from the live conditions above. Winds are generally light over the capitals, though the south-east coast may see a freshening sea breeze later.
Will showers affect your plans?
If you are out in Melbourne or Adelaide, carry a light layer—those showers should fizzle by evening. For Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the morning cloud burns off, leaving a pleasant afternoon. Check the bom adelaide 7 day forecast for mid-week changes. You can get real-time detail on the Weather Radar page.
Is today a good day for the beach?
Yes for the Gold Coast and Byron Bay—mostly fine with a moderate UV index. Melbourne and Adelaide see a higher shower risk, so check the live conditions above before heading out.
When will the rain stop in Melbourne?
The trough clears by late afternoon, leaving a mostly dry evening. For precise timing, refer to the bom Melbourne 7 day forecast or the live radar on Weather Forecast Australia.
Why is the UV moderate today?
Cumulus cloud cover and patchy rain reduce direct sun exposure in southern capitals, keeping the UV index moderate. In northern centres like Surfers Paradise, it remains moderate due to cloud breaks.
For a broader overview, see the Australia weather hub or the Weather Tomorrow Australia page.