New Year’s Eve & Day Weather Forecast: Australia Rings in 2026
Planning your New Year’s celebrations? Understanding the weather forecast is key too making the most of the festivities. Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect across Australia as we transition into 2026, compiled from the latest Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) data as of Sunday.
New Year’s Eve Weather Outlook
Let’s start with how you can expect New Year’s Eve to unfold across the major cities.
* Sydney: Expect a pleasant evening with mostly sunny skies. Temperatures are forecast to reach 25°C, offering pleasant conditions for outdoor celebrations.
* Melbourne: You’ll enjoy a partly cloudy night in Melbourne.The chance of rain is minimal, at just 10%, with temperatures around 25°C.
* brisbane: Brisbane residents can anticipate a partly cloudy evening with a slight chance of a shower. Temperatures will be warm, peaking at 29°C.
* Perth: Perth is set for another warm and sunny New year’s Eve. You can look forward to temperatures reaching a high of 35°C.
* Adelaide: Adelaide will experience a mostly sunny day,with a small possibility of showers. Temperatures are expected to be around 30°C.
* Hobart: Hobart is predicted to be australia’s coldest capital city on New Year’s Eve. Mostly sunny conditions will prevail, with a temperature of 19°C.
* Darwin: Be prepared for a rainy New Year’s Eve in Darwin. There’s a 50% chance of at least 1mm of rain, and a 25% chance of exceeding 10mm. Temperatures will be around 33°C.
* Canberra: A slight chance of rain, around 25%, is forecast for Canberra, potentially with a thunderstorm later in the day. Temperatures will reach 30°C.
New Year’s day Weather Forecast
As you recover from the celebrations, here’s what the weather has in store for New Year’s Day.
* Sydney: New Year’s Day in Sydney will be cloudy, with a 25% chance of at least 1mm of rain. Temperatures will be around 25°C.
* Melbourne: Melbourne will be partly cloudy on January 1st, with a very high probability (90%) of staying dry.Expect temperatures around 25°C.
* Brisbane: Brisbane is predicted to have a partly cloudy day with a slight chance of a shower. Temperatures will be around 29°C.
* Perth: Perth’s weather will remain consistent, with another sunny and warm day expected. Temperatures will reach 35°C.
* Adelaide: Adelaide will enjoy a mostly sunny day, with a slight chance of showers. Temperatures will be around 30°C.
* Hobart: Hobart will have a dry day with light winds, becoming east to southeasterly at 15 to 25 km/h.Temperatures will be around 22°C.
* Canberra: canberra will experience a cloudy day with a 25% chance of at least 1mm of rain. Temperatures will be around 25°C.
* Darwin: Darwin is likely to start 2026 with a rainy day and the possibility of a storm. There’s a 50% chance of at least 5mm of rain, and a 50% chance of exceeding 20mm. Temperatures will be around 33°C.
Notable Note: These forecasts are based on details available as of Sunday and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information,always refer directly to the Bureau of Meteorology’s website.
Ultimately,no matter where you are in Australia,planning ahead and checking the latest forecasts will ensure you have a safe and enjoyable New Year’s party.
