Same shit, different year': Australia records hottest 12 months and warmest March on record
Briefly

Australia is experiencing unprecedented heat, with the Bureau of Meteorology reporting its hottest 12-month period on record ending in March 2025, averaging 1.61C above the norm. Last month also marked the hottest March on record, with temperatures 2.41C higher than the average. The country has seen consistent increases in temperature, with both its spring-summer period and the start of 2025 showing record warmth. Experts are warning about the predictable nature of these extreme weather events, linking them to broader global climate patterns.
Australia's climate continues to warm, setting new record temperatures including the hottest March on record, with an average temperature 2.41C above the norm.
The Bureau of Meteorology confirmed that the last 12 months were the hottest ever recorded, exceeding previous highs and demonstrating a significant climate trend.
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