The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a warning to residents of Tasmania to brace themselves for an icy weekend as certain areas of the state are expected to experience snow and frost.
According to the BOM, temperatures are expected to drop below average for this time of year, and frost and snowfall are anticipated across the state’s peaks.
Hobart is expected to have a cloudy and wet day on Wednesday, with snowfall expected above 1200m and overnight temperatures ranging between 4C and 9C.
Thursday is predicted to be warmer, with 18C, clearer skies but a possible frost in elevated regions.
The cold temperatures are expected to persist until Sunday evening, with another cold front forecast for Friday, bringing snowfall to around 700m in the south of the state and maximum temperatures of 12C.
