Australiaâs winter set for a surprise Meteorologists have said Australia could see some weird weather over winter â La Nina is in retreat and thatâs let another climate drive jump in.
Weather by Benedict Brook 28th May 2021 4:25 PM Winter is upon us so it s time to bring out the big scarf, the beanie and generally rug up warm. Or is it? This winter, that might not be the case. If you re idea of a perfect chilly season is cosy nights under a blanket, seeking out roaring fireplaces and a smattering of snow away from the slopes, then it s bad news.
Australia is set to experience warmer than average temperatures as winter approaches while the risk of bushfires threatens the Top End.
The temperatures between June and August are likely to be warmer than average for locations closer to the coast - including in Tasmania, northern Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales.
Bureau of Meteorology Senior Climatologist Dr Andrew Watkins said the warmer conditions will bring potential fire hazards in the Northern Territory.
June and August are likely to be warmer than average for Tasmania, Northern Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales
Upper Queensland is expected to have 80 per cent warmer than average temperatures for winter