The weather forecast for summer is starting to take shape, and there’s good news and bad for Australians wanting to flock to the beach during the warmest months of the year.
### Hot Temperatures Expected This Summer
The Bureau of Meteorology hasn’t yet released its official summer forecast, but long-range modeling for December to February suggests Australia is in for a hot summer. Here’s what we know so far:
– Much of the country, including the entire east coast, Victoria’s south coast, Tasmania, the west coast, and Darwin’s surrounds, have a greater than 70% chance of recording above-median maximum temperatures.
– The likelihood of extreme temperatures appears moderate, with most of Australia having less than a 50% chance of maximums that would match the top 20% of recorded temperatures.
– Perth and much of the rest coast, as well as large sections of northern Tasmania, have a better than 50% chance of being “unusually warm” this summer.
– Overnight temperatures are also expected to be high, with almost the entire country, including Sydney, Brisbane, and Canberra, having a better than 60% chance of recording historically high minimum temperatures.
### Above-Average Rainfall Predicted
If the forecasts are accurate, Australians can expect a wet few months, particularly on the east coast. Here’s what the Bureau of Meteorology’s long-range forecast states:
– Rainfall is likely (60 to 80% chance) to be above average for much of eastern Australia, including much of Queensland, New South Wales, central Victoria, eastern Tasmania, and scattered areas of Western Australia.
– There is an increased chance of unusually high rainfall for parts of Queensland’s interior and the Cape York Peninsula.
– Only small, remote areas of Western Australia, South Australia, and the Northern Territory have less than a 40% chance of above-median rainfall over summer.
In conclusion, Australians can expect a hot summer with above-average rainfall in many parts of the country. While temperatures are set to drive people to the beach, the precipitation may pose a challenge for outdoor activities. Stay tuned for the official summer forecast from the Bureau of Meteorology for more detailed predictions.
### FAQ
1. What is the likelihood of extreme temperatures this summer?
– Most of Australia has a moderate chance of recording extreme temperatures, with some areas having a better than 50% chance of being “unusually warm.”
2. How much rainfall can we expect in summer?
– Eastern Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, is likely to experience above-average rainfall, with some areas facing unusually high rainfall.