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Weather Today In Perth

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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 14° · Wind 9 km/h · Humidity 69%
UV 3 ModerateSunrise 07:14Sunset 17:31
Today🌦️18°13°💧100%
Sun🌦️17°10°💧29%
Mon🌦️16°💧24%
Tue🌦️17°💧13%
Wed☁️16°💧0%
Thu☀️17°💧0%
Fri☁️18°💧0%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Perth will see sunny skies and a high near the temperature shown in the live forecast above, with a light sea breeze arriving from the coast by early afternoon. It is a classic late-summer day for the Swan River city, feeling warm but not oppressive.

What is driving Perth’s weather today?

A ridge of high pressure sitting over the Great Australian Bight is keeping the skies clear across the Perth region. This stable airmass means no cloud cover and very little wind change until the afternoon, when the Fremantle doctor picks up. The UV index will be very high, so residents between Joondalup and Mandurah should plan for shade between 10am and 3pm.

How will conditions change over the next few days?

If you are checking the weather in perth 10 days or the weather perth 14 days outlook, expect the pattern to hold. The high pressure system will drift east slowly, keeping a similar setup through the weekend. Mornings will start near 18 degrees inland, with the city centre a touch warmer. A weather in perth tomorrow forecast shows identical conditions before a weak trough may bring a slight cooling early next week.

Sunrise6:43 am AWST
Sunset6:12 pm AWST
Coastal UVExtreme (12-13 index)
Afternoon breezeSW 20–30 km/h
Will it be windy at the beach today?

Yes, the seabreeze will strengthen from the southwest by late morning, reaching 20 to 30 kilometres per hour. Surf beaches from Cottesloe to Scarborough will see choppy conditions; sheltered spots like Matilda Bay will be calmer.

Is this weather unusual for Perth in February?

No. February is typically Perth’s hottest month, but the current high pressure system is delivering a moderate spell. Daytime temperatures are running close to the long-term average of 31.5°C for this date, with no extreme heatwave conditions forecast.

Can I rely on the perth weather 7 day forecast for planning?

Yes. The Bureau of Meteorology model shows high confidence for the coming week, given the stable ridge. Check the live forecast above for the latest update, and refer to our Perth Weather page for the full seven-day breakdown.

For broader conditions across the country, visit our Australia weather hub. If you are travelling east, check the Sydney Weather or Melbourne Weather pages. Stay alert for any changes on our Severe Weather Warning page.