THE Bureau of Meteorology has issued its long-range forecast for winter 2025.
While winter is a time for cooler weather, the winter long-range forecast shows day and night temperatures are likely to be above average for this time of year across Australia, including Victoria.
Winter rainfall is likely to be above average for interior and central parts of the country, but is expected to be in the typical winter range for Victoria, meaning there is a roughly equal possibility for the state to receive above, below, or near-average rainfall.
This includes those areas in Victoria affected by prolonged dry conditions.
The winter forecast follows an autumn which was much drier than average in many southern parts.
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Average winter rainfall in Victoria in recent decades ranges between 100 and 300mm throughout much of the state, while the state's alpine areas have up to 600 mm on average.
The Bureau updates the long-range forecast each Thursday and the latest details for any location can be found at http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/ahead/
