Crickets chirping, barbecues sizzling, and the sun blazing\u2014Australia\u2019s summer is almost here, but what will the weather be like? The long-range forecast for December through February brings a mix of heat, storms, and uncertainty. While some regions brace for a scorcher, others are in for a wild ride with unpredictable rainfall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Australia is no stranger to extreme weather, and this summer is shaping up to be no different. Across most of the country, temperatures are expected to be above average. The heat will be especially intense in northwest and western Australia, as well as parts of southeastern South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania. If you\u2019re planning to escape the heat with a cool evening breeze, you might be disappointed\u2014overnight temperatures are expected to be above average as well, particularly in northern Australia and Tasmania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Interestingly, the rainfall forecast is a bit of a toss-up. The predictions have shifted since earlier forecasts, which were calling for a much wetter December. Now, the outlook is less certain. For parts of the west, below-average rainfall is expected, while eastern Australia\u2019s forecast is more of a toss-up, with no clear indication if the rain will be above or below the norm. It\u2019s a good reminder that, in Australia, you can never predict the weather with complete certainty\u2014especially in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n