Australia’s three eastern states have recorded their warmest winters ever, with the nation’s two largest cities also setting heat records. The Bureau of Meteorology warns that above-average temperatures—both day and night—are likely to persist across much of the country this spring, raising concerns about prolonged heat. Climate patterns suggest a heightened risk of unusually high maximum temperatures in the coming months. The forecast underscores a trend of rising seasonal warmth, following a winter of extreme highs.
New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania just experienced their warmest-ever winters – and BoM says above-average temperatures expected to continueGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s two biggest cities had their hottest and equal hottest winters on record, with three eastern states also breaking temperature records.The Bureau of Meteorology’s (BoM) spring outlook shows above average daytime and night-time temperatures are expected to continue for much of the country, with an increased chance of unusually high maximums. Continue reading...
