A major weather system is affecting southeastern Australia, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and significant snowfall to ski resorts. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued severe weather warnings for damaging winds in South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales. Strong gusts are predicted to develop late Monday and persist into Tuesday.
Besides the damaging winds, the system is forecast to deliver substantial snowfall to ski resorts. Mount Buller is expected to receive 30 cm of snow, while Falls Creek and Mount Hotham could see 43 cm. Perisher may experience up to 50 cm of snow during the week.
Pattaya, Thailand, is experiencing unusually heavy rainfall. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued warnings of increased precipitation and potential flash floods across the eastern region. The southwest monsoon, combined with a monsoon trough, is intensifying the rainfall.
Authorities are advising residents and tourists to stay informed about updates and avoid areas prone to flooding. Tourism operators are urged to closely monitor weather forecasts. Waves in the upper Andaman Sea are expected to reach 2 meters, and 1-2 meters in the Gulf of Thailand.
In Spain, a DANA from the Atlantic will cause atmospheric instability. Madrid is expected to have a very hot day, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 37°C on Monday. Tuesday will be slightly cooler, with temperatures between 19°C and 32°C.