Residents and visitors in Helsinki can anticipate a mix of sun, clouds, and light rain over the next few days as early June unfolds with typical Nordic variability.

Sunday, June 8:

The day will be partly sunny and breezy, with a high around 19°C (67°F) and a low near 8°C (46°F). Winds from the south to southwest may bring strong gusts up to 15 m/s, prompting a Yellow Warning for Wind in effect until 9:00 PM EEST, as issued by the Finnish Meteorological Institute.

Monday, June 9:

Expect cloudy skies with a couple of showers in the afternoon. The temperature will peak at 17°C (63°F) and dip to 10°C (50°F) overnight. Light rain is anticipated, so carrying an umbrella is advisable.

Tuesday, June 10:

The morning will start with sun and areas of high clouds, transitioning to mostly cloudy conditions in the afternoon. Temperatures will reach a high of 19°C (66°F) and a low of 9°C (48°F). No significant precipitation is expected.

Overall, Helsinki’s weather from June 8 to 10 will feature mild temperatures, intermittent sunshine, and occasional showers. Residents should stay informed about wind advisories and plan accordingly for outdoor activities.

Brisbane residents awoke to the chilliest morning of the year on Thursday, with temperatures dipping to 9°C, marking the city’s coldest start to a day in 2025. This cold snap heralds the onset of the winter dry season in South East Queensland, following an autumn that was notably wetter than average.

The Bureau of Meteorology attributes the sudden drop in temperatures to a high-pressure system moving across New South Wales and Victoria, drawing cold air into southern and central Queensland. This system has caused temperatures to plunge to near-freezing levels in several regions.

In the Darling Downs and Granite Belt areas, towns like Oakey and Dalby recorded temperatures around 0°C, with apparent temperatures—factoring in wind chill—falling below freezing. Brisbane itself saw minimum temperatures between 9–11°C, with forecasts predicting continued single-digit lows in the coming days.

Despite the frosty mornings, the days are expected to be clear and sunny, offering some respite from the cold. However, meteorologists warn that another cold front is anticipated early next week, potentially bringing even colder conditions and the rare possibility of snow flurries in high-altitude areas near the Queensland-New South Wales border.

The Bureau of Meteorology’s climatologist, Felicity Gamble, noted that the recent wet conditions are giving way to the drier weather typical of Queensland’s winter. “It has been quite a wet May for South East Queensland, and, in fact, when you look at the autumn period as a whole, much of South East Queensland was substantially wetter than average,” Gamble said.

As the dry season sets in, residents are advised to prepare for continued cold mornings and to stay informed about weather updates, especially with the potential for further cold fronts in the near future.

Temperatures dip below seasonal norms with persistent showers and biting winds forecasted across Melbourne this long weekend.

Melbourne Weather Forecast: June 5–11, 2025

Melbourne is experiencing a significant shift into winter, with a pronounced cold front bringing the coldest conditions of the year thus far. Daytime temperatures are struggling to reach 15°C, while overnight lows are dropping to around 6°C. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a Severe Weather Warning for damaging winds across parts of Victoria, including the Mornington Peninsula and Central Ranges, effective until 5:00 PM AEST on Friday.

The King’s Birthday long weekend is set to be particularly cold and wet. Saturday, June 7, is expected to have a high of 15°C with a 90% chance of rain and strong winds. Sunday will be slightly cooler, with a high of 13°C and an 80% chance of showers. Monday continues the trend with temperatures ranging from 6°C to 13°C and an 80% chance of rain.

Despite this early winter chill, the BOM’s long-range forecast suggests that Melbourne may experience an “unusually warm” winter overall. From June to August, daily maximum temperatures are expected to surpass 15°C, with minimums remaining above 7.5°C. Rainfall levels are projected to be consistent with previous years.

This early winter chill follows an autumn that recorded Victoria’s highest mean maximum temperatures, averaging 1.9°C above the historic norm. The state also experienced its driest winter since 2008, with less than half the rainfall compared to the 1961–1990 average.

As Melbourne navigates this cold and wet start to winter, residents are encouraged to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions, especially during the upcoming long weekend. With the potential for severe weather conditions, it’s advisable to plan indoor activities and ensure safety measures are in place.