Snow also falls with some regularity on the Great Dividing Range as far north as Stanthorpe, Queensland and in isolated parts of South Australia and Western Australia, but outside these areas, snow is an extremely rare occurrence. Cyclone Yasi caused severe flooding and had a total estimated cost of A$3.5 billion making it the second-most costliest cyclone to strike Australia.[142]. Strong winds and very dry conditions will keep fire weather threats critical in the Southwest and Great Basin, into the High Plains. The coastal plain south of the Great Dividing Range has Victoria's mildest climate. Though snow is uncommon amongst the majority of Australia, snowfall can be found within some select locations. Thredbo and Perisher Valley are full-blown ski resorts with accommodation in the resorts themselves or in nearby Jindabyne. Daily temperatures in parts of the state in January and February can be up to 50 °C (122 °F). The Central Australian Regions tend to stay relatively warm with temperatures ranging from 18-24°C range. At Australia‘s Top End, the Darwin Beer Can Regatta usually takes place in July at Mindil Beach. [39], South Australia's mean temperature range is 29 °C (84 °F) in January and 15 °C (59 °F) in July. A major reduction in rainfall has been observed, with a greater number of rainfall events in the summer months. [133], Many of the worst bushfires in eastern Australia, such as the 1983 Ash Wednesday fires, accompany El Niño–Southern Oscillation events which tend to cause a warm, dry and windy climate. In the month of december, maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 72°F). Please choose a region. Australia's seasons are at opposite times to those in the northern hemisphere. Adelaide (46.1 °C on the 12th), Melbourne (45.6 °C on the 13th) and Sydney (45.3 °C on the 14th) all had record-high temperatures during this period, as did many other central district areas in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. Note that these temperature ranges are based on averages and actual temperatures may be higher or lower on a day-to-day basis. The climate in the Australian desert – generally referred to as the outback on maps – is very hot and dry. There are extensive, well-developed ski fields in the Great Dividing Range, a few hours' drive from Melbourne and Sydney. The climate nice around this city in this month. Winters are warm in the north and cool in the south, with nightly frosts common in inland areas south of the Tropic of Capricorn. 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From the east, it's the Snowy Mountains Highway to Cooma from just north of the town of Bega between Narooma and Eden on the New South Wales coast. More rarely, snow can fall on the nearby Porongurup Range. Tropical cyclones, heat waves, bushfires and frosts in the country are also associated with the Southern Oscillation. Some areas situated in or around the range, such as Bathurst, Goulburn and Bowral, among other places, have recorded freezing and/or near-freezing lows in most months of the year, unlike other places of similar latitude and altitude in the northern hemisphere. Before this heatwave, the previous record was 35.5 °C (95.9 °F), recorded on 24 January 1982 in Arkaroola, South Australia and again on 21 January 2003 in Wittenoom, Western Australia.[102]. Average temperatures top 30 °C (86 °F) during summer and 15 °C (59 °F) in winter. (Weather station: Adelaide Airport, Australia). [93] The highest monthly rainfall on record was 5,387.0 millimetres (212.1 in) recorded at Mount Bellenden Ker, Queensland in January 1979. Australia Current Weather Conditions with Temperatures, covering all of Australia, including Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Adelaide With terrain perfect for trekking up the mountain slopes and enjoying snow activities, Australia’s winter is sure to be memorable. ai1. The weather stations application provides timely, relevant and local weather data to assist growers and regional communities to make more informed decisions. This data includes air temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind speed, wind direction, and solar radiation, as well as additional information such as spraying conditions and evapotranspiration. This moves north-west and north-east with the seasons. The term dust storm is more likely to be used when finer particles are blown long distances, especially when the dust storm affects urban areas. [93] Additionally, the location which receives the highest average annual rainfall in Australia is Babinda in Queensland with an annual average of 4,279.4 millimetres (168.5 in).[94]. Canberra has warm to hot, dry summers with heat waves. Average temperatures are less than 9 °C (48 °F) in winter and below 0 °C (32 °F) in the highest parts of the ranges. Weather Underground provides local & long-range weather forecasts, weather reports, maps & tropical weather conditions for locations worldwide Country: Australia… Beach erosion and big swell forecast for South Australia prompts warnings to stay away from beaches. Victoria is the wettest Australian state after Tasmania. Minimum temperatures are moderated. The late-20th century warming has been largely attributed to the increased greenhouse effect. January bursts into Australia with the pyrotechnic displays of New Year's Eve. Nach Angaben des staatlichen Wetterdienstes geht 2005 als das heißeste Jahr in der australischen Geschichte seit Aufzeichnungsbegi… [136] This definition takes into account that low rainfall is a relative term and rainfall deficiencies need to be compared to typical rainfall patterns including seasonal variations. There are five predominant climatic zones in Queensland,[27] based on temperature and humidity: However, most of the Queensland populace experience two weather seasons: a winter period of rather warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, and a sultry summer period of hot, sticky temperatures and more rain. Most Tasmanian sites away from the north coast have had extreme maximums between 35 and 40 °C. Because of its elevation (650 m (2,130 ft)) and distance from the coast, the Australian Capital Territory experiences a dry, continental climate (Dsa). Some places that see heavy monthly (or yearly) rainfall include: Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, Rockhampton, Innisfail, Strahan, Queenstown, Thursday Island and Mount Read. Choose a location over the map or utilize your favorites to view the latest 7-day marine weather forecasts at your preferred spots. temperate – warm summer, cold winter (inland south-east, e.g. A powerful Alaska storm will bring high winds, bitter cold, and snow and blowing snow across much of western and southern Alaska. Occasionally a dust storm will blanket a region and there are reports of the occasional tornado. [128], In January 2013, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) altered its weather forecasting chart's temperature scale to include a range, coloured purple, between 52 °C and 54 °C.[129][130]. Light nighttime frosts in winter occur over much of the southern half of the arid zone, where mean July minimum temperatures are mostly in the 3 to 6 °C range. [5] As a whole, Australia has a very low annual average rainfall of 419 mm (16 in).[6]. Average January temperatures: Victoria's north is always hotter than coastal and mountainous areas. Ranges of 15 °C being typical and 20 °C not quite unusual. Though Australia is generally dry and arid, the northern part is in the tropics, where rainfall can be heavy; some areas have seen world-record-breaking rain, such as the mountains southwest of Cairns. The lowest extreme maximums are found along the north coast of Tasmania (e.g. [93] The highest annual rainfall was 12,461.0 millimetres (490.6 in) recorded also at Mount Bellenden Ker in 2000. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, Australia's annual mean temperature for 2009 was 0.90 °C (1.62 °F) above the 1961–90 average, making it the nation's second-warmest year since high-quality records began in 1910. This is also the lowest temperature recorded in the whole of Australia excluding Australian Antarctic Territory.[11]. The lowest minimum temperature is −10.6 °C (12.9 °F) at Stanthorpe on 23 June 1961 and at The Hermitage on 12 July 1965. [7] Canberra has cool to cold winters with occasional fog and frequent frosts. Durch das vielfältige Klima in Australien unterscheiden sich die Temperaturen in den unterschiedlichen Regionen teilweise deutlich. However, even in the Stirling Range, snowfalls rarely exceed 5 cm (2 in) and rarely settle for more than one day. During the dry season nearly every day is warm and sunny, and afternoon humidity averages around 30%. There is very little rainfall between May and September. [101] The highest minimum temperature on record was 36.6 °C (97.9 °F) on 26 January 2019 at Borrona Downs Station near Wanaaring, New South Wales. What is the weather like in Melbourne? Sandstorm usually refers to dust storms in desert areas when, in addition to fine particles obscuring visibility, a considerable amount of larger sand particles moves closer to the surface. Sensitivity of the Australian Monsoon to insolation and vegetation: Implications for human impact on continental moisture balance. [89] The regions between Broome and Exmouth are most prone to cyclones. Tourism Australia übernimmt keinerlei Verantwortung für Inhalte auf anderen Websites, auf die Sie über diese Website zugreifen können. Anybody preferring to beat the heat during winter can indulge in many of the fine indoor activities that Australia has to offer. Air from the Southern Ocean helps reduce the heat of summer and the cold of winter. The warmest region is the north-west, where summers are very hot, and winters cooler and drier. [131], New projections for Australia's changing climate include:[132], Climatic factors contribute to Australia's high incidence of bushfires, particularly during the summer months. During "the wet", typically October to April, humid north-westerly winds bring showers and thunderstorms. An exception to this is the northern tropical regions. There are four seasons across most of the country and a wet and dry season in the tropical north. Australia’s location in the southern hemisphere means that winter occurs when the northern hemisphere is experiencing summer. In winter one can fully enjoy swimming in the waters of Great Barrier Reef or snowboarding in Victoria State. In most of the desert region during summer, cool days are rare and usually associated with major rain events—a rather exceptional example occurred in February 1949, when many areas failed to reach 20 °C on one or more days, and the maximum at Boulia, western Queensland was at 14.4 °C, which was 23 °C below normal. Many locations in this region have recorded temperatures exceeding 48 °C. The wet season is associated with tropical cyclones and monsoon rains. Moving north, frosts become increasingly rare, with mean July minimum being around 10 °C on the northern boundary. In the desert, the lowest extreme minimum occur at high elevations, especially around Alice Springs, where the temperature has fallen as low as −7.5 °C. Autumn: March – May (lovely) 4. Victoria's main land feature, the Great Dividing Range, produces a cooler, mountain climate in the centre of the state. [74], The highest observed maximum temperature of 50.5 °C (122.9 °F) was recorded at Mardie Station on 19 February 1998. Average yearly precipitation: Victoria's rainfall is concentrated in the mountainous north-east and coast. See the latest Australia RealVue™ weather satellite map, showing a realistic view of Australia from space, as taken from weather satellites. Click on map to start searching. In the Snowy Mountains, the two main ski resort areas are Thredbo and Perisher Valley, which are close to each other. Rain is heaviest in the Otway Ranges and Gippsland in southern Victoria and in the mountainous north-east. Average daily temperatures in the city in winter are around 11°C/52°F; dropping below 0°C/32°F at night. As Christmas takes place in the Australian summer, the Blue Mountains celebrate its Yulefest in winter with Christmas in July. Die Durchschnittstemperaturen reichen von 19,6 Grad im Süden über 28,6 Grad im Landesinneren bis 31,9 Grad im Norden Australiens. Access hourly, 10 day and 15 day forecasts along with up to the minute reports and videos from AccuWeather.com [59][60], The Victorian Alps in the north-east are the coldest part of Victoria. In the tropics, extreme minimum near or below 0 °C have occurred at many places distant from the coast, as far north as Herberton, Queensland (−5.0 °C). However, they are greatest in the southern inland, with seasonal differences along the coast being moderated by the ocean's proximity. High winds fan the flames, increasing their intensity and the speed and distance at which they can travel. Temperatures have ranged from above 53 °C (127 °F) to −23.0 °C (−9.4 °F). Victoria's southernmost position on the Australian mainland means it is cooler and wetter than other mainland states and territories. Overnight minimum temperatures have warmed more rapidly than daytime maximum temperatures. The Snowy Mountains region in the south-east falls in the alpine climate or subpolar oceanic climate zone, with cool to cold weather all year around and snowfalls in the winter. [92] Summer daytime temperatures range from 32 to 40 °C (90 to 104 °F); winter temperatures run 18 to 23 °C (64 to 73 °F). [100] Another extreme event was a prolonged period of extensive heatwaves known as the Angry Summer in early 2013. If coming from the north, the road trip to Thredbo and Perisher Valley starts at Cooma on the Monaro Highway Highway south of Canberra. Temperatures will plummet to 15 in Melbourne and just 13 in Hobart on Sunday, making it the “coldest day of the year” for the two states. From the south, it's the Princes Highway, Monaro Highway and Snowy Mountains Highway to Cooma. [11], The majority of the state has the arid and semi-arid climates. Climate change in Australia is a highly contentious political issue. Sydney, Australia - Current weather, an hourly forecast for today, tomorrow, detailed 10-day weather forecast and long range monthly outlook. The highest maximum temperature recorded in the territory was 48.3 °C (118.9 °F) at Finke on 1 and 2 January 1960. Specifically drought in Australia is defined in relation to a rainfall deficiency of pastoral leases and is determined by decile analysis applied to a certain area. The far northwest receives the least, less than 180 mm (7 in) annually, while the east receives between 600 to 1,200 mm (24 to 47 in) of rain. Australia recorded its hottest month ever in January, with average temperatures exceeding 30C (86F) for the first time. Australia in January. However, the south-west corner of the state has a Mediterranean climate. The average annual temperature in Sydney is 18.0 °C | 64.5 °F. Thunderstorms are relatively common in the region, with an annual average of 15 to 20 thunderstorms. Melbourne may be known for its fickle weather - the city has been described as having four seasons in one day - but it can still be enjoyed all year round.Plan ahead with this information on temperature and rainfall. Australia Weather Map. Sydney's climate is classified as warm and temperate. A dust storm or sandstorm, a meteorological phenomenon common in arid and semi-arid regions, arises when a gust front passes or when the wind force exceeds the threshold value where loose sand and dust are removed from the dry surface. [134] The worst bushfires in Australian history occurred on Black Saturday in February 2009. Sydney, Australia: Annual Weather Averages January is the hottest month in Sydney with an average temperature of 23°C (73°F) and the coldest is July at 13°C (55°F) with … Control the animation using the slide bar found beneath the weather map. [140] Tropical cyclones are known to bring destructive winds, heavy rain with flooding creating storm surges along the coast, causing inundation to low-lying areas. It was Australia's most damaging cyclone. Such occasions are rare, but have occurred in 1958, 1965, 1986, 2005 and 2015, the 1965 event causing snow to fall as far north as Eungella, near Mackay in tropical Queensland. Uluru. Australia is about to sweat through a 47C heatwave before an 'intense' weather system smashes the east coast and brings 'WINTER-like conditions' in December - here's the forecast near you The eastern portion has a temperate climate, ranging from humid subtropical from its northern border to the Central Coast and most of Sydney, and oceanic to the south coast. Rainfall in Victoria increases from north to south, with higher averages in areas of high altitude. Einige Websites, die mit der Tourism Australia Website verlinkt sind, sind unabhängig von Tourism Australia und unterliegen nicht der Kontrolle von Tourism Australia. Cold ocean currents off the coast of Western Australia result in little evaporation occurring. The highest temperature recorded in the ACT was 43.6 °C (110.5 °F) at Canberra Airport on 4 January 2020. A weather system has drenched Australia’s east coast, causing widespread flooding and forcing thousands to evacuate. Climate Averages for Uluru (Ayers Rock, Northern Territory), Australia. Weather forecast for Australasia. Due to the offshore Leeuwin Current, the area numbers in the top six regions for marine biodiversity, containing the most southerly coral reefs in the world. The lowest minimum temperature recorded was −7.2 °C (19.0 °F) at Eyre Bird Observatory on 17 August 2008.[11]. When will the Australian climate be most comfortable for you based on your planned vacation activities? Other inland areas are much cooler; Liawenee, located on the Central Plateau, is one of the coldest places in Australia with February temperatures ranging between 4 to 17 °C (39 to 63 °F). Australia Weather: Australia has a generally temperate climate where most of the country receives more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year.

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