When will the cold snap affect Australia?

The cold snap is expected to impact much of South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, and the ACT starting from Thursday and continuing through the weekend.

What weather can Australians expect during the cold snap?

Australians can expect rain, hail, thunderstorms, and temperatures up to 12 degrees Celsius below average, with some areas potentially experiencing damaging winds and heavy rain.

Which regions will be most affected by the cold weather?

The cold snap will primarily affect South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory, bringing wintry conditions to these areas.

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Autumn chill hits Australia: Cold snap brings rain, hail!

25 Mar

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Summary

Millions of Australians face an unexpected cold snap this weekend.
Temperatures in the southeast will be about 12C below average.
Rain, hail, and thunderstorms are forecast for multiple states.

Autumn chill hits Australia: Cold snap brings rain, hail!

Australia is bracing for an unexpected cold snap as autumn begins, with millions in the southeast expected to shiver through the weekend. Forecasts from the Bureau of Meteorology indicate rain, hail, and temperatures as much as 12 degrees Celsius below average, primarily affecting South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales, and the ACT from Thursday onwards.

This wintry blast will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms to many affected regions. Meteorologists advise that warmer days are ending for some areas, with cold south-westerly winds expected to cause significantly chillier conditions. The Eyre Peninsula in South Australia may experience damaging winds and hail, while isolated heavy rain is possible with thunderstorms elsewhere.