Newcastle Weather: What to Expect This Week
Weather Changes Ahead
As the **Newcastle weather** shifts, beach enthusiasts should keep their umbrellas handy. Starting Thursday, a cold front is expected to sweep across Newcastle, with temperatures potentially dropping a full seven degrees. The Bureau of Meteorology's meteorologist Jiwon Park notes that Novocastrians have been enjoying slightly above-average temperatures in recent weeks, with forecasts hitting 24-27 degrees. Yet, rain and thunderstorms loom on the horizon.
Forecast Details
- Thursday's temperatures: Expected to fall to around 20 degrees with a 60% chance of rain.
- Thunderstorm potential: Increasing moisture levels might trigger storm warnings later in the week.
- Windy conditions: Gusty southerly winds will affect coastal areas.
For those hitting the beach, the first half of the week provides the best surf conditions. **Wind chill factors** are predicted to be more pronounced along the coastline compared to the Upper Hunter.
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