Australia Forecast: El Nino Likely to Cause Hot, Dry Weather

The latest weather reports showed that Australia could expect dry and hotter weather conditions as the La Nina comes to an end.

The National Weather Service - NOAA recently announced the end of La Nina.

In addition, the ENS-neutral conditions would persist in the Northern Hemisphere this early summer of 2023.

In previous reports, parts of Australia experienced an intense heatwave, especially in the Southeastern States.

Hot and dry weather in Australia

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As the La Nina ends and El Nino comes in, weather forecasts explained that parts of Australia could experience dry and hot weather conditions.

Australia is no stranger to severe to extreme heat waves. The challenging and record-setting heat could result in a dangerous situation leading to heat fatigue or heat stroke.

Recently, ABC News and 9News reported that there could be potential hot and dry weather this 2023 as El Nino returns.

The report noted that Australia announced an El Nino watch. El Nino could unleash severe and prolonged drought conditions that could result in health concerns.

According to the news.com.au forecast, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) showed that the coming months could likely feel hotter in parts of Australia.

Due to the hotter temperatures and dry weather, bushfire concerns could emerge.

The weather forecast added that parts of Eastern Australia could also experience hotter weather this week.

Furthermore, Australians should keep updated with the weather to prepare their travel, and outdoor activity plans this week or next month.

A heatwave in parts of Australia this weekend is possible this weekend, especially in Southeastern Australia. Next, the forecast said that cooler temperatures could likely unfold.

Temperatures to soar

La Nina helps to cool down the weather conditions. The Guardian reported that temperatures are expected to soar as El Nino begins.

According to the report, the temperatures could reach off-chart, unleashing challenging heat and heat waves.

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Countries in Europe also recorded a warmer January this year. The forecast added that the El Nino phenomenon could affect global heating.

The rapid rise of global temperatures could have devastating impacts on animals and the marine environment.

The warming event could make it difficult for animals to adapt and thrive, especially for animals sensitive to changing temperatures.

As mentioned, the report noted that La Nina helped to cool down temperatures.

Furthermore, the forecast explained that the challenging heat could likely unfold in 2024.

How to deal with the hotter and dry weather

The weather forecasts in Australia explained that dry weather outlook and potential heatwaves could emerge as La Nina ends. The most common heat-related risks are heat stroke and heat fatigue.

Here are essential reminders for Australians to prevent possible heat-related concerns.

Keep updated with the weather, especially for heat waves.

Australians should stay alert for possible intense heatwaves and hotter temperatures. It is helpful to prepare for the possible impact of the weather, especially if you have outdoor activities and travel plans.

Avoid strenuous tasks or outdoor activities.

It is best to avoid any strenuous tasks and outdoor activities when there is an intense heatwave.

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