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Record May warmth to end as cold front hits Australia

Published Saturday, May 2, 2026 · Updated May 9

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Australia is experiencing record-breaking warm temperatures for early May, with some regions seeing temperatures 10 to 14C above average. This unseasonable warmth, following the driest April since 2018, is expected to end as a cold front moves across the country, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and significantly cooler weather to eastern Australia.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Daytime temperatures on Friday were 10 to 14C above average in parts of New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania.
  • A cold front is expected to bring rain, thunderstorms, and significantly cooler weather to Australia's eastern regions.
  • April was the driest since 2018 in Australia.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    Record-breaking warm temperatures across parts of Australia for early May are set to be replaced by a cold front bringing rain, thunderstorms, and significantly cooler weather to the eastern regions. This change follows unseasonably warm conditions and the driest April since 2018.

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