Rainfall is expected to be within the typical range for April to June for most of eastern, central and southern Australia, according to the Bureau of Meteorology’s long-range forecast for April to June released this afternoon.

Rainfall is likely (60 to 80% chance) to be above average for northern Australia, including the north of the Northern Territory, Queensland’s Cape York Peninsula and the far north of Western Australia.

Much of the above average signal in the north is from April, suggesting a wetter end to the northern wet season.

Parts of south-eastern South Australia and western Victoria are likely (60 to 70% chance) to see above-average rainfall during April to June. Given the rainfall deficiencies over the past 12 months, the predicted rainfall during April to June is unlikely to significantly ease the long-term dry conditions.

To view full latest outlook on BOM website click here