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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australia Focus Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Looking at the hourly weather for Australian capital cities? The live conditions above give you temperature, chance of rain and wind speed for each hour ahead, so you can plan your day. For most of the country, the best time to check is early morning, when the Bureau of Meteorology has issued its latest updated forecasts.
How can I view hourly weather for Melbourne, Sydney and other cities?
The live grid above covers the major centres – that includes hourly weather Melbourne, hourly weather Sydney, hourly weather Adelaide and hourly weather Canberra. For more detail on a specific suburb, say hourly weather Glen Waverley, you can use the Bureau’s observation sites or third-party apps that pull data from the same source. Remember that the most reliable numbers come from the latest BOM model runs, typically issued around 5am and 5pm AEDT each day.
What drives the accuracy of hourly forecasts?
Atmospheric conditions change quickly – coastal sea breezes, afternoon storms and cold fronts can shift rain timing by an hour or two. That’s why weather Melbourne hourly BOM data is updated at least every thirty minutes across observation stations. Combine that with radar loops (see our Weather Radar page) to track real-time showers. The most useful hourly outlook is usually the 24-hour window, after which confidence drops sharply.
How accurate is the hourly weather forecast?
For the first 12 hours, accuracy is around 85–90% for temperature and wind, but rain timing can vary by 30–60 minutes. Check the live conditions above and compare with radar for the best snapshot.
Where can I find weather Melbourne hourly BOM data directly?
The Bureau of Meteorology website provides metropolitan observation stations (e.g. Melbourne Olympia Park) with updates every 30 minutes. You can also use our BOM Weather Australia page for links.
Does the hourly outlook cover towns like Glen Waverley?
BOM’s official forecasts name broader suburbs; for Glen Waverley you’ll need to use nearby stations (e.g. Scoresby) and adjust for elevation. Third-party apps often apply a grid-based interpolation.
For a broader picture, visit our Australia weather hub or check Weather Today for the full daily summary.