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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Southern Pulse Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

🌤️15°C
Mainly clearPerthFeels like 13° · Wind 8 km/h · Humidity 72%
UV 3 ModerateSunrise 07:14Sunset 17:31
Today🌦️18°14°💧100%
Sun🌦️17°10°💧29%
Mon🌧️16°💧24%
Tue🌦️17°💧13%
Wed☁️16°💧0%
Thu☀️16°💧0%
Fri☁️18°💧0%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Based on the live forecast above, Perth is experiencing a typical late-summer pattern: warm, mostly dry conditions with a seabreeze arriving by mid-afternoon. The immediate outlook shows stable weather, with the next significant change expected late in the week.

What’s driving Perth’s weather this week?

A broad ridge of high pressure sitting south of the state is keeping a lid on any storm activity. This means the next few days will stay fine and warm, with daytime maxima hovering in the low thirties and overnight lows around 17–19°C. The seabreeze – a daily feature for coastal suburbs like Cottesloe and Scarborough – will kick in from the southwest around 1pm, dropping temperatures by several degrees and raising humidity. For those checking weather perth 14 days outlooks, the ridge is expected to weaken by the weekend, introducing a slight chance of a shower on Sunday. The bom perth weather charts show no cyclone threat for the metropolitan area, though a tropical low well north of the Pilbara is being monitored.

What’s the difference between Perth’s coast and the hills?

Perth’s geography creates a sharp contrast. The coastal strip (Fremantle to Hillarys) stays 3–5°C cooler than inland suburbs like Midland or Armadale, thanks to that afternoon seabreeze. The Darling Scarp, east of the city, can be 2–3°C warmer and often sees a brief afternoon thunderstorm when the sea breeze meets the hills. For anyone looking at a weather in perth tomorrow forecast, expect the coast to be more comfortable than the eastern suburbs.

Current Temp (coastal)Refer to live forecast above
Today’s MaxLow 30s °C
WindLight NE morning, SW seabreeze 25–35 km/h after noon
UV IndexExtreme (11+) until 4pm – sun protection essential
Will it rain in Perth today?

No significant rain is expected today or tomorrow. The ridge of high pressure is keeping skies mostly clear. The next chance of a shower arrives late Sunday, with only 2–5mm possible – not enough to affect weekend plans.

What’s the 28 day weather forecast Perth showing?

Extended models (28 day outlooks) indicate a return to average autumn conditions after next week. A weak cold front may brush the southwest around 20 March, but Perth’s metro area should remain mostly dry until late March. Always check the bom perth weather for updates beyond 7 days.

Is there any cyclone risk for Perth?

No. Cyclone season is active in the Kimberley and Pilbara, but Perth is well south of typical tropical cyclone tracks. The perth weather monthly averages show the risk is negligible in March. However, the remnants of ex-cyclones can occasionally bring heavy rain – not forecast at present.

For broader conditions across Australia, visit our national weather hub. Compare Perth’s pattern with Melbourne weather or check Sydney weather for the east coast outlook. If you’re planning a trip, also see Adelaide weather and Brisbane weather. For any developing hazards, refer to our severe weather warning page. For those searching a perth weather 10 days or perth weather 15 days forecast, the Bureau’s 7-day is most reliable; longer-range outlooks are useful for trends only.