Sydney set to hit 33C in warmest start to spring since mid-1800s, while snow forecast in southern NSW
Summary
Sydney and parts of eastern Australia are experiencing unusually early and strong spring heat, with temperatures reaching record highs for this time of year. Meanwhile, southern New South Wales is seeing snowfall in the mountains, while other regions face high fire risks, strong winds, and flood threats due to a strong El Niño weather pattern.Key Facts
- Sydney is forecast to reach up to 33°C on a September day, much hotter than usual for early spring.
- Early September temperatures in Sydney are expected to average 27°C, close to midsummer levels.
- A strong north-westerly wind is pushing temperatures well above average along the NSW coast.
- A total fire ban is in place in the greater Sydney area because of extreme fire danger.
- Snowfall is falling in the Snowy Mountains town of Thredbo, although overall snow levels remain very low after a warm winter.
- South Australia faces strong winds up to 110 km/h, and parts of Victoria and Tasmania are under flood watch after heavy rains.
- The current El Niño weather event is the strongest on record and is likely to continue until early 2027.
- El Niño typically brings hotter, drier weather to southern and eastern Australia, increasing heatwave, drought, and bushfire risks.
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