In 2009, the combination of a cyclone, atmospheric waves and warm moist air triggered a record-breaking heatwave. It’s happening again.
- Research Scientist in Climate Variability and Hazards, CSIRO
Temperatures plummeted across southeast Australia this week, with Canberra experiencing its lowest temperature since 2018 and the lowest for June since 1986. What’s going on?
One weather configuration has been responsible for record-breaking downpours in Australia, South America, and South Africa this year.
‘Thirsty air’ can create rapid and devastating drought – new research offers hope we might be able to see it coming in advance.
Across south-eastern Australia this morning, people are waking up to forecasts of scorching heat for the week ahead. Players and spectators heading to the Australian Open should prepare for some baking…
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