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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australia Voice Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
The live forecast above shows the conditions expected for your selected location on Christmas Day 2025. Across Australia, Christmas falls in midsummer, so most capital cities experience hot to very hot weather, with the north typically humid and the south drier.
What is the typical weather across Australian capitals on Christmas Day?
In Sydney, Christmas Day averages around 26°C with a mix of sun and possible afternoon storms. Melbourne is milder, often near 24°C with a chance of a cool change. Brisbane and Perth are hotter, usually 30–33°C, while Adelaide sits around 28°C. Darwin is hot and humid, often above 33°C with afternoon storms. Hobart is the coolest, near 20°C. Check our Australia weather hub for city-specific outlooks.
Will it rain on Christmas Day 2025?
Rain is possible in many areas, especially northern and eastern coasts where summer storms are common. The live forecast above will show rainfall probability for your city. For severe thunderstorm warnings, see our severe weather page. In the south, rain is less likely but not impossible.
Is Christmas Day typically a hot day in Australia?
Yes, because Christmas falls in the Southern Hemisphere summer. Most of the country experiences warm to hot conditions, though temperatures vary widely between the tropical north and temperate south. Always check the live forecast above for your exact location.
Are there any cyclone risks on Christmas Day?
Cyclone season runs from November to April, so tropical cyclones can occur near northern Australia in late December. The Bureau of Meteorology issues warnings if needed. Check severe weather warnings for updates.