The Bureau of Meteorology has released its official Christmas Day weather forecast, revealing a mixed picture across Australia. Some capitals are tipped for hot, dry conditions, while others will experience cooler temperatures and rain.
Queensland is forecast to be warm, humid and cloudy, with moderate rainfall and potential thunderstorms in northern and central parts. Brisbane is expected to hit 33°C. New South Wales will see broadly dry and sunny conditions, with coastal showers bringing 5mm or less of rain. Sydney should reach 25°C, and Canberra 29°C.
Victoria is in for a cool to mild day with isolated showers, reaching 19°C in Melbourne. South Australia will have mild to warm weather with clear skies; Adelaide is forecast for 26°C. Tasmania will be cooler with scattered showers and possible snow on peaks above 1,000m; Hobart is set for 17°C.
Western Australia will be very warm, with Perth reaching 39°C. The Northern Territory expects warm, humid conditions with temperatures in the mid-to-high 30s. The Christmas forecast follows an extreme heatwave across southern Australia, with cooler temperatures expected to ease from the weekend.
