What is the best whale watching weather for NSW and Queensland?

Between June and November, humpback whales migrate up and down the Australian East Coast, but what are the best weather conditions to spot these giant animals?

Whale migration season from June to November

The migration season varies from year to year based on predator and prey abundance, sea ice, water temperatures and locations of feeding and breeding grounds.

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Typhoon Bavi to pass by Taiwan, bear down on China

Typhoon Bavi is nearing major population centres this weekend, having travelled across the Western Pacific in the last week.

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Positive Indian Ocean Dipole possible in 2026 – what this means for Australia

A positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) could develop in the coming months, increasing the likelihood of warm and dry weather over large areas of Australia in late winter and spring.

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Cold, wet, windy weekend for southeastern Australia

A classic winter cold front will surge across southeastern Australia this weekend, with widespread showers and strong winds throughout the weekend, while snowfalls will commence in the alpine region later on Saturday.

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