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Extreme Christmas Weather: Heat in Perth, Cold in Melbourne
12/21/2025
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- A high-pressure system over the Great Australian Bight drives extreme weather for Christmas Day.
- Perth could reach 41°C, with Melbourne and Hobart expected to have their coldest Christmas since 2006 at 17°C and 16°C.
- Brisbane will be muggy with possible thunderstorms.
- Five NSW districts have total fire bans in effect.
- Severe thunderstorm warnings cover parts of Victoria and western NSW.
