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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Coast Current Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
Check the live forecast above for today’s conditions in Little River, then use wind and radar data to plan time around the You Yangs or the bay – the coastal exposure here means conditions can shift quickly.
What drives Little River’s weather?
Little River sits on the edge of Port Phillip Bay, just south of the You Yangs. The prevailing south-westerly flow funnels across the bay, making wind a constant factor – particularly in spring and summer. Cold fronts from the Southern Ocean arrive with a distinct wind shift and temperature drop, while heatwaves from the north can bring unusually high readings. The you yangs weather bom observations at Avalon and Geelong provide the closest official records.
How to get the full picture
The live forecast above gives the broad outlook, but for finer detail check the little river weather radar (the BOM’s Melbourne radar covers this area well) and the little river weather hourly breakdown. The 14-day forecast is useful for spotting long-range trends, but local wind and cloud changes often override it within a few days. For a direct comparison, see the Melbourne weather page – Little River is often a few degrees cooler and windier due to its bay-side position.
Is Little River weather much different from Melbourne’s?
Yes – Little River is closer to the bay and the open coast, so it tends to be windier and slightly cooler in summer. On hot northerly days the You Yangs can create localised gust effects, while Melbourne’s urban heat island keeps the city a couple of degrees warmer.
Which radar should I use for Little River?
The BOM’s Melbourne (Broadmeadows) radar covers the area well, though its beam may overshoot low-level showers near the coast. For higher resolution, the Geelong radar provides better detail over the western side of the bay – a good second check.
When is the wind strongest around Little River?
Afternoon sea-breeze development from late spring to early autumn, combined with frontal passages in winter, brings the strongest gusts. Morning are generally calmer, making early outings preferable for kayaking or walking the You Yangs trails.