Weather service
Queensland's weather systems are changeable and unpredictable. Good weather is critical for a safe and comfortable trip. Weather forecasts should be obtained when planning any trip on the water, no matter how short, and updates should be obtained while you are out on the water.
Maritime Safety Queensland's maritime weather service provides weather information from the Bureau of Meteorology at the cost of a local telephone call. Higher rates apply from mobile phones and payphones. If calling outside of Queensland, STD rates will apply.
Forecast telephone numbers
All of Queensland — 1300 360 426
Marine warnings — 1300 360 427
South east Queensland — 1300 360 428
Weather information is also regularly broadcast on VHF radio Channel 67 by local volunteer marine organisations. Broadcast schedules vary from station to station and may change at the discetion of the local station. Channel 67 is also monitored by volunteer organisations and individual forecasts can be provided on request.
Last updated: 17 January 2012
