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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.
Check the live forecast above for today’s conditions in Preston, then plan around the afternoon’s likely peak temperature and any rain chance. Preston’s weather is shaped by its position 8 kilometres north of Melbourne’s centre, so coastal changes often arrive later than in the city.
What makes Preston’s weather different from central Melbourne?
Preston sits inland enough that summer heat can build a degree or two higher than the CBD, while winter mornings are often a touch cooler. The suburb’s proximity to the Yarra River and the Dandenong Ranges means fog can linger on calm winter mornings, and afternoon sea breezes from Port Phillip Bay usually reach Preston by mid-afternoon, dropping the temperature noticeably.
How reliable are the 14-day and hourly forecasts for Preston?
For weather preston 14 days, treat the second week as a broad trend rather than a precise prediction — day-to-day accuracy drops sharply after day seven. For weather preston hourly, the first 48 hours are reliable enough to plan a trip to Preston Market or an outdoor errand; beyond that, check the preston weather radar on the Bureau of Meteorology site for real-time rain movement.
Does Preston get its own weather warning from the BOM?
No — Preston falls under the Melbourne metropolitan warning zone. For severe storms or heat, check the Severe Weather Warning page for the greater Melbourne area.
Is accuweather preston more accurate than the BOM?
For Australian locations, the Bureau of Meteorology (bom weather preston) uses higher-resolution local models. AccuWeather can be useful for its hourly breakdown, but the BOM remains the official source for warnings and observations.
Where can I find the weatherzone preston forecast?
Weatherzone provides a detailed 7-day forecast for Preston with wind and UV data. It’s a good complement to the BOM, especially if you want a quick visual summary of the week ahead.
For broader Victorian conditions, see our Australia weather hub or the Melbourne Weather page.