Here's what you can expect with today's Phillip Island weather

As we move into autumn what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.

Weather forecasts are updated on the hour, sourced from WeatherZone.

Today's forecast is partly cloudy; clearing shower; nw winds tending se.

The dew point is not available and may be updated later today.

The highest expected temperature today is 29, which is 5 degrees lower than yesterday's max.

Warmer conditions are expected on two of the next six days, with the mercury climbing above today's maximum on Tuesday and Saturday.

The chance of rain today is 5 per cent.

Showers are more likely tomorrow with the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting a slight (20 per cent) chance of rain.

The UV index is predicted to be 8. There is a very high risk of harm from sun exposure. Skin can be damaged and burn quickly in today’s conditions. Experts suggest avoiding sun exposure around noon and keeping to the shade. General advice is to use eye protection, sunscreen and cover up.

Winds will be north around 11 km/h in the morning shifting to southwest around 12 km/h in the afternoon.

Details for the next six days:

Tuesday, March 11: Mostly sunny. Fresh SE winds Min - 18. Max - 30.

Wednesday, March 12: Partly cloudy. Late shower or storm. NE winds tending SW Min - 19. Max - 27.

Thursday, March 13: Mostly cloudy. Late shower. SW winds Min - 15. Max - 23.

Friday, March 14: Mostly cloudy. E'ly winds tending SW Min - 15. Max - 26.

Saturday, March 15: Mostly cloudy. NW winds tending S'ly Min - 16. Max - 30.

Sunday, March 16: Cloudy. Possible shower. Strong NW/SW winds Min - 17. Max - 26.

The previous Phillip Island weather article can be viewed here.