Temperatures could top 40C in four Aussie states next week

A severe heatwave warning covers parts of Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales as temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-40s next week; a cool change is expected to bring relief in some areas around Sunday.

A large heatwave is expected to move across much of Australia next week and affect multiple states. A weather system will push a hot air mass through Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe heatwave warning as several days with temperatures above 40C are forecast. Key points: - The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe heatwave warning for much of the affected area. - Weatherzone meteorologist Ben Domensino said computer models suggest parts of WA, SA, Victoria and NSW could reach around 45–46C, with some inland spots possibly near 48C. - Western Sydney is forecast to see at least three consecutive days above 40C in the latter half of next week, with overnight lows only in the mid-20s in some suburbs. - An analysis by Monash University reported 1,009 deaths in Australia linked to heatwaves between 2016 and 2019. Summary: Millions of people across four states are expected to face a multi-day heatwave with daytime temperatures above 40C and the hottest conditions inland. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe warning, and a cool change is expected to bring relief in some areas around Sunday.