Lorne, VIC

A charming Great Ocean Road village — the main beach sits in a sheltered bay with the Otway Ranges rising behind.

Live AI Coastal Briefing

Good morning, it's Wednesday the 27th of May, and I'm stoked to be bringing you the daily coastal weather report. We're in for a pretty unique day ahead, with the temperature already sitting at 14 degrees Celsius and a heavy overcast cloud cover blanketing the area. The humidity is at 100%, making it feel pretty damp and cool out there.



Out in the ocean, the wave height is currently at 2.02 metres, which is well overhead and definitely suited to expert surfers only. The water temperature is a chilly 16.1 degrees Celsius, so if you're planning on getting in the water, make sure you're wearing a 3/2 full wetsuit to stay warm. We've got high tide coming up at 07:26 am, with a height of 3.2 metres, and low tide later at 01:03 pm, dropping down to -3.0 metres.



If you're planning on getting active today, the conditions are looking pretty good for running and cycling, with the overcast skies and cool temperatures making for a comfortable workout. For surfers, the moderate surf conditions at the main beach should provide some fun waves, and with the beach being patrolled, it's a great spot for a swim. Anglers and paddleboarders might want to wait for the winds to die down a bit, as we're currently seeing gusts of up to 34 km/h from the SSE.



As we head into the afternoon, it's looking like the cool and overcast conditions will stick around, with no chance of rain expected. The UV index is low, so you don't need to worry too much about sun protection, but still be sure to slip on some sunscreen and a hat to be safe. All in all, it's shaping up to be a great day to get out and enjoy the coast, so grab your gear and get out there – and we'll catch you back here tomorrow with another update.