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Melbourne Hits Record High 42.9°C Amid Destructive Winds

1/9/2026

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On January 6, 2026, Melbourne reached 42.9 degrees Celsius before a cool change reduced the temperature to 31.3 degrees.
Destructive winds caused power outages and downed trees, worsening the situation.
The Bureau of Meteorology noted that temperatures exceeded 40 degrees at Melbourne Park in January for the first time in six years.
The station's record high remains 43.5 degrees, set in December 2019.

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On January 6, 2026, Melbourne reached 42.9 degrees Celsius before a cool change reduced the temperature to 31.3 degrees.
Destructive winds caused power outages and downed trees, worsening the situation.
The Bureau of Meteorology noted that temperatures exceeded 40 degrees at Melbourne Park in January for the first time in six years.
The station's record high remains 43.5 degrees, set in December 2019.