Warmer weather ahead as record-breaking temperatures hit throughout the week
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As the last full weekend of winter approaches, Australians are bracing for a sizzling end to the season.
A rare and potentially record-breaking warm blast is set to sweep across the country, with meteorologists predicting that heat records could tumble in the coming days.
It's time to dig out the summer wardrobe, dust off the hat and sunglasses, and prepare for a taste of the scorching summer heat a little earlier than usual.
A strong high-pressure system is the culprit behind this unexpected surge in temperatures.
Originating in Central Australia, this system is forecast to push the mercury up, not just during the day but also at night, leading to an unusually warm spell that could see some areas experiencing their hottest seven-day streak in over a decade.
Sky News meteorologist Alison Osborne has highlighted the significant temperature anomalies, particularly in Alice Springs, which has already recorded its warmest morning since April.
‘Alice Springs recorded a minimum temperature of 18.4°C this morning—12.5°C above average and the warmest morning since April,’ she said.
‘From today until at least the end of the weekend, an unusually warm air mass over Central Australia is leading to a rare and potentially record-breaking warm spell. Daytime and night-time temperatures will be significantly warmer than usual.’
‘Current forecast is for seven days in a row to hit or exceed 30°C—which would be the equal longest run for any August since 2009.’
The heat isn't just confined to the Red Centre. Alice Springs is tipped to reach highs of 35°C, a full 12°C above the average, on Friday, 23 August, and Saturday, 24 August.
This could potentially break the town's previous warmest August day record of 35.2°C set in 2009.
But Alice Springs isn't the only location on watch; Coober Pedy in northern South Australia is forecast to flirt with its winter record of 34.3°C, with predictions of reaching 34°C on Saturday, 24 August.
Oodnadatta, roughly 200km north, may also surpass its winter record of 36.5°C on Friday and Saturday.
Anti-clockwise winds are expected to drag the heat south just in time for the weekend.
Sydney is forecast to bask in highs of 25°C on Wednesday, 21 August and Sunday, 25 August, while Melbourne could see 22°C on Sunday despite the chance of showers.
Even cities expecting rain, such as Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, and Canberra, are predicted to enjoy highs of 21°C, 25°C, 19°C, and 21°C, respectively.
Brisbane is set to experience a maximum temperature of 27°C on Thursday, 22 August, and Darwin is not to be left out, with an expected peak of 35°C.
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A rare and potentially record-breaking warm blast is set to sweep across the country, with meteorologists predicting that heat records could tumble in the coming days.
It's time to dig out the summer wardrobe, dust off the hat and sunglasses, and prepare for a taste of the scorching summer heat a little earlier than usual.
A strong high-pressure system is the culprit behind this unexpected surge in temperatures.
Originating in Central Australia, this system is forecast to push the mercury up, not just during the day but also at night, leading to an unusually warm spell that could see some areas experiencing their hottest seven-day streak in over a decade.
Australia will be facing record-breaking temperatures over the weekend. Credit: Shutterstock
Sky News meteorologist Alison Osborne has highlighted the significant temperature anomalies, particularly in Alice Springs, which has already recorded its warmest morning since April.
‘Alice Springs recorded a minimum temperature of 18.4°C this morning—12.5°C above average and the warmest morning since April,’ she said.
‘From today until at least the end of the weekend, an unusually warm air mass over Central Australia is leading to a rare and potentially record-breaking warm spell. Daytime and night-time temperatures will be significantly warmer than usual.’
‘Current forecast is for seven days in a row to hit or exceed 30°C—which would be the equal longest run for any August since 2009.’
The heat isn't just confined to the Red Centre. Alice Springs is tipped to reach highs of 35°C, a full 12°C above the average, on Friday, 23 August, and Saturday, 24 August.
This could potentially break the town's previous warmest August day record of 35.2°C set in 2009.
But Alice Springs isn't the only location on watch; Coober Pedy in northern South Australia is forecast to flirt with its winter record of 34.3°C, with predictions of reaching 34°C on Saturday, 24 August.
Oodnadatta, roughly 200km north, may also surpass its winter record of 36.5°C on Friday and Saturday.
Anti-clockwise winds are expected to drag the heat south just in time for the weekend.
Sydney is forecast to bask in highs of 25°C on Wednesday, 21 August and Sunday, 25 August, while Melbourne could see 22°C on Sunday despite the chance of showers.
Even cities expecting rain, such as Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, and Canberra, are predicted to enjoy highs of 21°C, 25°C, 19°C, and 21°C, respectively.
Brisbane is set to experience a maximum temperature of 27°C on Thursday, 22 August, and Darwin is not to be left out, with an expected peak of 35°C.
