It's predicted to drop to 3 degrees in Maitland on Friday.
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That's right; 3 degrees.
If there was any doubt last week that winter would arrive on time, it's long gone.
Maitland residents can expect a sunny end to Thursday and a maximum of 17 degrees.
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Even in chilly conditions, those braving the windy outdoors between 11am and 12.30pm are advised to wear sun protection.
On Friday, winter's eve, Maitland has a predicted temperature range between 3 and 20 degrees, and a medium chance of rain.
Overnight temperatures are likely to fall between 0 (ZERO!) and 5 degrees with daytime temperatures reaching between 15 and 20 degrees.
The official start to our coldest season will arrive with predicted maximum temperatures of 20 degrees on Saturday and Sunday, accompanied by a medium chance of showers.
The forecast minimum temperatures are 6 and 8 degrees on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
It's not looking any warmer from that point on either, with a minimum temperature of 6 degrees expected for Monday, followed by 4 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday.