A northwest cloud band is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to southeast Australia, with New South Wales and Queensland experiencing showers and storms on Friday.
A trough is producing heat, showers, and severe thunderstorms, but milder conditions are expected to follow, with temperatures still cold enough for snow in southern Tasmania.
The Negative Indian Ocean Dipole is pushing moisture in from the Indian Ocean, leading to the next big weather system.
A new widespread rain system is expected, with cloud building over the Indian Ocean.
Author's summary: Rain and thunderstorms to hit southeast Australia.