South Australia Sea Surface Temperature
The sea surface temperature (SST) varies much more slowly than atmospheric temperatures due to the heat capacity of water. As such, the SSTs lag the atmospheric temperatures on a seasonal timescale by about 3 months. The lowest SSTs are usually observed in early Spring and the highest SSTs are observed in early Autumn.
In tropical regions, SSTs greater than 26°C are considered suitable for formation of tropical cyclones.
The data displayed in this map is the weekly average, centred on the date shown.
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Weather News
Melbourne storms trap more than 40 motorists on flooded roads
10:58 EDT
Forty-one motorists had to be rescued after becoming trapped on flooded roads in Melbourne overnight.
SA storms: Thousands still without power as businesses suffer losses in blackout
22:55 EDT
Thousands of South Australian properties remain without power after a day of wild storms, as businesses count the costs of blackouts and lost trade.
Melbourne hit by heavy storms causing flash flooding, transport delays, emergency callouts
22:46 EDT
Victoria's State Emergency Service has responded to more than 1,200 calls for help after wild weather caused havoc across the state.
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