News Melbourne Cup fans didn’t want to hear

News Melbourne Cup Fans Didn’t Want to Hear

The Bureau of Meteorology has announced that Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup may face interruptions due to an incoming cold front and rainfall sweeping across southern and eastern Australia.

Weather Warning Ahead of the Race

Senior meteorologist Angus Hines explained on Sunday that rain and cold winds are expected to linger over Victoria and Tasmania through Tuesday, even as other regions begin to clear.

“There is still going to be this cold windflow down here in the south, across Victoria and Tasmania, that will be bringing showers to pepper these southern states after the band of rain on Monday,” said Angus Hines.

He noted that the timing is significant as Tuesday is a public holiday in Victoria, and the Melbourne Cup could see interruptions from showers or chilly winds.

Rain Band Extending Across the Country

According to Hines, a wide rain band is expected to move from central Australia to eastern states between Sunday and Monday, bringing widespread rainfall and possible thunderstorms.

The system will spread from the southern coast up to the Gulf of Carpentaria and the Top End, making it one of the broader weather systems in recent weeks.

Areas at Risk of Thunderstorms

Inland and southern Queensland
Greater Sydney region
Illawarra region of New South Wales

These areas may face severe thunderstorms on Monday as the system moves eastward, according to BOM forecasts.

“From Sunday to Tuesday, the Melbourne and Hobart areas could experience rainfall totals of up to 50mm,” Hines stated.

Despite the race’s popularity, weather conditions may dampen the festive spirit of this year’s Melbourne Cup, with showers and strong winds a likely feature of the day.

Author’s Summary

Showers and cold winds could disrupt Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup, with up to 50mm of rain expected across southern Australia during the iconic event.

News.com.au — 2025-11-03