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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australia Watch Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
This week’s weather across Australia is driven by a slow-moving trough over the southeast and a ridge along the east coast, bringing a mix of showers and stable conditions. The live forecast above gives the daily outlook for your city, so check it for precise temperatures and rain chances.
What is shaping this week’s weather pattern?
A broad low-pressure trough is lingering over Victoria and New South Wales, drawing moisture from the Tasman Sea. This means patchy rain and cloud for Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide through midweek, while a high-pressure system over Western Australia keeps Perth mostly sunny and warm. For Brisbane, a coastal ridge holds showers at bay but humidity remains moderate. The Bureau of Meteorology notes the trough will weaken toward the weekend, allowing clearer skies across the southeast.
How should you prepare for the conditions?
If you’re in a region expecting rain, keep an umbrella handy and check the live forecast for timing of showers. In Perth and other western areas, the dry air and moderate UV levels mean sunscreen is still advisable, especially between 10 am and 2 pm. For longer-range planning, resources like Melbourne weather and Sydney weather pages offer detailed outlooks, including the weather in melbourne 10 days and melbourne weather forecast 21 days for those needing extended views. The this weeks weather sydney and this weeks weather melbourne summaries are also updated regularly.
Will it rain in my city this week?
Check the live forecast above for your location. Generally, Melbourne and Sydney see patchy rain Tuesday–Thursday, while Brisbane and Perth stay mostly dry. Rain totals are light, so outdoor plans are unlikely to be disrupted.
When will the hottest day be?
For most capitals, the warmest day falls mid-to-late week as the trough clears. Perth will be hottest on Wednesday (around 33 °C), while Melbourne and Adelaide peak on Friday. The melbourne weather 30 days page can help track longer trends.
Is there any severe weather expected?
No widespread severe warnings are current, but isolated thunderstorms may develop over inland NSW later in the week. Visit Severe Weather Warning for real-time alerts. The this weeks weather adelaide page also notes any local changes.