As warm weather sweeps the state this week, www.weatherzone.com.au reports that Coober Pedy broke a new record today, marking the highest October temperature South Australia has seen in nearly 30 years. As the mercury soared to 43.7°C before 3pm, a massive dust storm intensified by strong northerly winds, engulfed the northern part of the state.
The Bureau of Meteorology confirms that these weather conditions were driven by a cold front drawing in a deep pool of hot air from central Australia. This sweltering temperature surpassed previous records, making it the hottest place in the country on that day.
Over the past week, Coober Pedy’s temperatures steadily climbed, beginning at 35.1°C on Sunday and peaking on Thursday. This sudden spike in temperature has prompted a fire weather warning due to the increased risk of brush fires in such arid and blustery conditions.
The North East Pastoral and Flinders fire weather districts are on high alert, with an extreme fire danger forecast. The Bureau of Meteorology has advised that gusty showers and thunderstorms are likely, with possible damaging winds.
A severe weather warning for damaging winds is currently in place, alongside potential severe thunderstorm alerts.
Today’s accompanying dust storm, originating from Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, has been captured in satellite imagery moving towards Marree and Leigh Creek. www.weatherzone.com.au reports that visibility in these areas has significantly reduced, complicating the already challenging weather circumstances.
For full updates head to www.weatherzone.com.au and for all the latest warnings head to https://www.bom.gov.au/sa/warnings/
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