Weather

Listen to NSW Maritime Authority Boating Safety Tips with Steve Starling on Weather. Click on the icon.

The weather is important to your safety.  Always check the weather before and during boating.  If it looks dicey, don’t go out ... and if it starts to turn, head straight for shelter.

A marine radio helps you keep in touch with weather updates.

Learn to understand and read weather patterns.  Know the wind and the limits of your craft ... and you’ll be right.

Safety Message Translations

Translations of key safety messages have been provided into three languages: Chinese, Vietnamese, and Arabic. Select your language below to view messages and listen to the audio files.