2024 Australia heat wave
| Type | Stationary high-pressure area |
|---|---|
| Areas | South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Tasmania, Queensland, Western Australia, ACT |
| Start date | 15 December 2024 |
| End date | Ongoing |
| Peak temp. | 47.2 °C (117.0 °F), recorded at Birdsville, Queensland on 26 December 2024 |
Beginning in mid-December 2024, Australia experienced an intense heatwave affecting multiple states and territories, with temperatures exceeding 45 °C (113 °F) in numerous populated settlements. The heatwave brought temperatures significantly above average for mid-December, with several regions experiencing temperatures 12-16 °C higher than typical seasonal values. The event was characterized by both extreme daytime temperatures and unusually warm overnight conditions, with many areas not dropping below 30 °C (86 °F) throughout the day and night.