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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Coast Monitor Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Check the live forecast above for Southbank’s current temperature and chance of rain. Expect the afternoon high to match that reading, with a cool south-westerly breeze typical of inner Melbourne. Plan your walk along the Yarra accordingly.
What’s the weather doing in Southbank today?
The live forecast above gives you the real-time temperature, humidity and wind speed for Southbank. This riverside suburb sits just south of the Melbourne CBD, so conditions here are almost identical to those at the city’s official weather station in Olympic Park. The main difference is a slightly stronger breeze off the Yarra River in the late afternoon. For a broader outlook, see our Melbourne weather page.
How does the Yarra River affect Southbank’s climate?
The river moderates overnight temperatures in Southbank, keeping minimums a degree or two warmer than inland suburbs. During summer, the water also creates a local sea‑breeze effect that can drop the temperature by 2–3°C on hot afternoons. This makes Southbank one of the cooler parts of the city in a heatwave. For hourly updates, use the Australia weather hub to drill down to Southbank’s detailed graph.
Is Southbank weather different from the rest of Melbourne?
Only slightly. The immediate riverside strip can be 1°C cooler in summer and less prone to fog in autumn. The rest of Southbank – buildings and streets – matches Melbourne’s general conditions. For a comparison, see our Sydney weather page.
How reliable are 14‑day forecasts for Southbank?
Use them as a general guide only. Beyond seven days, confidence drops significantly because Melbourne’s weather changes rapidly. The southbank weather 14 days outlook is best for spotting broad trends, not exact temperatures.
What about South Bank in Brisbane?
That’s a different location. For conditions at weather south bank brisbane, refer to our Brisbane weather page. Brisbane’s subtropical climate means warmer, humid conditions compared to Melbourne’s Southbank.