Ocean Wind Warning Southeast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Head Office (Bureau National Operations Centre) Final Gale Warning 2 For Southern Areas Issued at 05:10 AM EDT on Tuesday 06 January 2026 ================================================================================ Please be aware Wind and wave forecasts are averages. Wind gusts can be 40 per cent stronger than the forecast, and stronger still in squalls and thunderstorms. Maximum waves can be twice the forecast height. ================================================================================ Weather Situation Vigorous flow with low 971hPa near 57S147E. Forecast low 968hPa near 59S149E at 060000UTC, then easing. No further warnings will be issued for this event. [close]