Sydney may be hot and sunny today, but a significant shift in the weather pattern is developing that is set to bring thunderstorms across parts of NSW in the coming days. Moist tropical air is spreading south through the country and combining with a broad low-pressure system, creating widespread storm activity across multiple states in the country. While the heaviest rain is expected in parts of central and northern Australia, NSW is also likely to see showers and thunderstorms starting from Friday and into the weekend.
Weatherzone reports that storms are expected to spread across much of the country in the coming days, with some areas at risk of severe conditions. For NSW, the Bureau of Meteorology says showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move from the state’s far north west through central districts and towards the coast between the Illawarra and the Hunter on Friday.
The BoM has indicated that some inland parts of the state could see stronger storm activity, particularly across the Upper Western and Central Ranges. Hazards may include intense bursts of rain that could lead to flash flooding, along with the possibility of damaging winds and large hail in isolated areas. Authorities are urging residents in affected regions to monitor updates and check for warnings as conditions develop.
The weather is likely to change over the weekend and into next week as the system moves east. While not every part of NSW will experience severe weather, forecasters say rainfall could build over several days in some areas.
For the latest updates, check official forecasts and warnings from Weatherzone and follow the Bureau of Meteorology on Twitter for ongoing alerts.