Sydney weather forecast for torrential rain ahead.
Firefighters are hoping a massive downpour of rain will finally resolve the bushfire crisis.
Authorities are warning of heavy downpours and flash flooding across the Sydney as tropical moisture comes to the region.
A months worth of rain could come down on Sydney this Saturday alone.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain will bring a massive level of water to Sydney, after months of pretty dry and hot conditions.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected tomorrow, for the rest of the week and into the weekend.
Rain has come to parts of NSW that have not seen decent rainfalls in months and possibly years.
Cricket games including a charity match for the bushfire appeal, will be moved the Melbourne.
The T20 Big Bash final will also possibly need to move to another venue.
Sydney weather forecast
Thursday 6 February
Summary
Min 22Max 25Shower or two.Possible rainfall: 6 to 10 mmChance of any rain: 70%
Sydney area
Cloudy. High (70%) chance of showers. The chance of a thunderstorm along the coastal fringe. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h in the middle of the day then becoming light in the evening.
Surf conditions may be more powerful than they appear and are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing and swimming.
Fire Danger – Low-Moderate
Sun protection recommended from 9:10 am to 5:00 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 12 [Extreme]
7 day Town Forecasts
| Precis Icon | Location | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 22 | 25 | |
| Penrith | 19 | 26 | |
| Liverpool | 19 | 26 | |
| Terrey Hills | 19 | 24 | |
| Richmond | 19 | 26 | |
| Parramatta | 20 | 26 | |
| Campbelltown | 18 | 25 | |
| Bondi | 22 | 24 |
Friday 7 February
Summary
Min 22Max 24Showers increasing, possibly heavy.Possible rainfall: 25 to 45 mmChance of any rain: 90%
Sydney area
Cloudy. Very high (90%) chance of showers, likely tending to rain in the evening. The chance of a thunderstorm. Heavy falls possible. Light winds becoming east to southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h in the morning.
Surf conditions may be more powerful than they appear and are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing and swimming.
Sun protection recommended from 9:10 am to 4:50 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 11 [Extreme]
Saturday 8 February
Summary
Min 21Max 24Rain. Possible heavy falls.Possible rainfall: 30 to 50 mmChance of any rain: 95%
Sydney area
Cloudy. Very high (95%) chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm. Heavy falls possible. Winds southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h turning easterly during the afternoon.
Sun protection recommended from 9:10 am to 5:00 pm, UV Index predicted to reach 12 [Extreme]
Sunday 9 February
Summary
Min 21Max 23Rain. Possible heavy falls.Possible rainfall: 30 to 50 mmChance of any rain: 90%