September 4th 2024.
As spring settles in, Australia is experiencing a rollercoaster of weather. Today's forecast across the country is a mixed bag of conditions, with a continuation of the wild fluctuations that marked the opening week of the season.
In the eastern parts of the country, strong winds and summer-like temperatures are expected, while the southwestern corner of Western Australia is bracing for a significant drop in mercury. There's even a possibility of snow! This is all due to two cold fronts moving across the south-east, bringing with them a fresh burst of powerful winds that are expected to impact Victoria and New South Wales in the coming hours.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a new severe weather warning for damaging winds in parts of both states. Residents in outer northern Melbourne, as well as the central and northern ranges, are likely to experience gusts ranging from 55km/h to 100km/h throughout the morning. Similarly, those living on the NSW South Coast, Southern Tablelands, and Snowy Mountains have been cautioned to prepare for similar damaging winds, with peak gusts of 125km/h possible.
This is not the first time this week that these states have been hit by destructive winds. Just a few days ago, roofs were ripped off houses, trees were uprooted, boats were sunk, and power cuts impacted thousands of homes and businesses. As for today, the strong winds will be accompanied by sunny skies and soaring temperatures in NSW, with the mercury expected to reach a maximum of 29 degrees in Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle, and other coastal cities and towns. The fine weather is expected to continue tomorrow and into the weekend, bringing relief to millions of people.
In contrast to the heat on the east coast, the southwestern corner of Western Australia is preparing for a wintry change. As a cold front sweeps through the region, maximum temperatures are estimated to struggle to reach 13 degrees in Albany. The bureau has also issued a forecast for hail in some parts, and there may even be snow flurries in isolated areas of the Stirling Ranges. It's a stark contrast to the sunny conditions experienced by millions of people on the east coast, but it's all part of the unpredictable nature of Australia's weather.
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