Ocean Gale Warning

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology Head Office (Bureau National Operations Centre) Gale Wind Warning 4 For Southeastern Area Issued at 10:50 AM EDT on Monday 19 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 associated with developing low 1002hPa near 36S163E at 191200UTC. Forecast low 999hPa near 36S164E at 191800UTC, and low 999hPa near 37S163E at 200000UTC. 0700 UTC 19 January 2026 [close]