Weather Forecast: Rain and Thunderstorms in Southeast Australia
A northwest cloud band is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to southeast Australia, particularly in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland (Qld) on Friday.
A trough will produce showers and severe thunderstorms in these regions, followed by milder conditions, although it may still be cold enough for snow in southern Tasmania.
- NSW and Qld can expect showers and storms on Friday
- Milder conditions to follow, with potential snow in southern Tasmania
- Cloud building over the Indian Ocean signals the next big weather system
The Negative Indian Ocean Dipole is pushing moisture in from the Indian Ocean, leading to the next widespread rain system.
Author's summary: Rain and thunderstorms to hit southeast Australia.