Phillip Island, VIC

Famous for the nightly penguin parade — Smiths Beach and Woolamai deliver powerful surf while sheltered bays offer calm swimming.

Live AI Coastal Briefing

G'day, mates, and welcome to your Wednesday, 27 May, coastal weather report. We're looking at a beautiful day ahead, with the current temperature sitting at 15C and partly cloudy skies with 49% cloud cover. The humidity is quite high at 94%, but with no rain expected, it's shaping up to be a great day to get outdoors and enjoy the coast.



Out in the ocean, the wave height is looking good for surfers, with a solid 1.32 metres of waist to chest high waves, making for some fantastic surf conditions. The water temperature is a cool 15.4C, so if you're planning on getting in the water, a 3/2 full wetsuit is recommended. With high tide at 07:36 am and low tide at 01:13 pm, there's plenty of opportunities to catch some great waves or explore the coastline.



If you're planning on hitting the beach or coastal paths for some exercise, the conditions are looking great, with a gentle 13 km/h breeze from the SSE, gusting up to 26 km/h. Surfers will love the powerful waves, while runners and cyclists will enjoy the scenic coastal routes. Anglers, paddleboarders, and swimmers will also find plenty of opportunities to enjoy the ocean, with calm swimming spots in the sheltered bays and exciting surf at the more exposed beaches.



As we head into the afternoon, the temperature is expected to remain steady at 15C, with plenty of sunshine and no chance of rain. It's going to be a fantastic day to get out and enjoy the coast, whether you're surfing, swimming, or just soaking up the sun. So, grab your sunscreen, your board, or your running shoes, and get ready to make the most of this beautiful day – we'll see you out there, mates.