Spring has arrived in all its glory this week with temperatures in the mid 20s forecast over the next seven days - Thursday expected to crack 30 degrees.
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Sunny days are forecast for the next four days with a shower or two likely on Friday.
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) forecasts a drier than average end to the year for much of Australia.
Spring days are likely to be warmer than average also.
"A drier than average October to December is also likely for most of the country," a BOM spokesperson said.
This means little relief is in sight for those currently experiencing rainfall deficiencies after a dry start to the year for large parts of Australia."
This week's forecast for Maitland is:
. Monday: 7 - 24.
. Tuesday: 6 - 26.
. Wednesday: 7 - 29.
. Thursday: 9 - 30.
. Friday: 11 - 23.
. Saturday: 9 - 21.
. Sunday 7 - 21.
. Monday 7 - 20.
