The weather seems to have its own plans this year. Sunshine in one city, showers in another \u2014 and plenty of guessing in between. As the countdown to midnight begins, Australians are hoping the skies will be kind enough to let the celebrations shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Sydney, all eyes are on the forecast. The city\u2019s world-famous New Year\u2019s Eve fireworks are expected to go ahead, but the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM<\/a>) says revellers might have to deal with a few scattered showers and plenty of clouds before midnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s classic Sydney weather \u2014 just enough uncertainty to make you check the radar twice. Temperatures are tipped to stay warm during the day before easing into the evening, giving crowds around the harbour a comfortable, if slightly humid, countdown to midnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite the threat of rain, forecasters are confident it won\u2019t wash out the main event. A few umbrellas might appear among the picnic rugs, but the city\u2019s celebrations \u2014 and its fireworks \u2014 are set to light up regardless.<\/p>\n\n\n\nContrasts Across the Country<\/h2>\n\n\n\n