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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Oz Briefly Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
The live forecast above shows current conditions and today’s high for the Melbourne CBD. For the next hour, expect the temperature to hover within 1–2 degrees of that reading, with a slight chance of a sea breeze shifting from the south-west after midday.
What will the temperature be near the CBD this weekend?
Saturday and Sunday are likely to reach 24–27°C under partly cloudy skies, with a 20–30% chance of an isolated afternoon shower. Overnight lows will settle around 14–16°C. In plain terms, it will feel warm but not sticky, with a gentle breeze from the bay keeping things comfortable.
Why does the CBD often feel warmer than the suburbs?
The urban heat island effect means built-up areas like the CBD can be 2–4°C warmer than nearby parklands or outer suburbs, especially overnight. Concrete and asphalt absorb heat during the day and release it slowly after sunset, so a 14°C reading in Fitzroy may still feel like 17°C along Swanston Street.
Is the Melbourne CBD weather different from the airport?
Yes. The airport (Tullamarine), about 20 km north-west, is often 2–3°C cooler and windier. The CBD’s proximity to Port Phillip Bay moderates extremes, so summer highs here are usually milder than in the northern suburbs.
When does the sea breeze hit the CBD?
Typically between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm in spring and summer. It arrives as a sudden south-westerly gust, dropping the temperature by 3–5°C within 30 minutes. Check the live forecast above for today’s wind direction.
Does being near the Yarra River affect the temperature?
Barely. The Yarra is narrow and slow-moving, so its cooling effect is negligible beyond about 50 metres from the banks. The bay has a far stronger influence, especially on afternoon sea breezes.
Sources
For broader forecasts, see our Australia weather hub and Melbourne Weather page. For a longer outlook, visit Weather 10 Days.