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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Briefly Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
Check the Bureau of Meteorology warnings for Victoria today and tomorrow if you’re in a flood-prone or storm-exposed area. Extreme weather in the state—severe thunderstorms, heatwaves, bushfire conditions and flash flooding—can escalate rapidly, and local radar updates are your fastest alert.
What extreme weather types affect Victoria?
Victoria’s most common extreme events are severe thunderstorms (October–March), heatwaves, bushfires and sudden flash floods. The BOM issues separate severe weather warnings for damaging winds, heavy rain and large hail, as well as heatwave warnings and fire danger ratings. A tornado warning Melbourne today is extremely rare, but the storm warning system covers all severe thunderstorm threats.
How can I track warnings in real time?
Use Australia’s weather hub for direct links to the bom weather victoria page, which includes a weather victoria map showing current warnings. For hourly updates on your suburb, check the BOM’s severe thunderstorm tracker or local storm warning Melbourne today feeds. Always refer to official sources before making safety decisions.
Is there a tornado warning for Melbourne today?
Tornadoes are very rare in Victoria, but severe thunderstorms can produce tornado-like winds. The BOM’s storm warning Melbourne today will note any heightened risk. Check the severe weather warning Victoria map for details.
What’s the difference between a severe weather warning and a storm warning?
A severe weather warning Victoria today covers damaging winds, heavy rain, hail and storm surges. A storm warning is a subset that specifically targets thunderstorms. Both are issued by the Bureau of Meteorology.
Where can I see a severe weather warning map for Victoria tomorrow?
The BOM website has a weather Victoria map with live warning polygons for tomorrow. WillyWeather and Elders also overlay severe weather warning Victoria tomorrow hourly data for your area.