Residents in Frenchs Forest, New South Wales, should prepare for hot conditions and a risk of afternoon thunderstorms as a weather transition moves through the area on February 25, 2026. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a forecast warning of a medium chance of showers and a risk of storms later today as temperatures reach a maximum of 29 degrees.
Despite the potential for clouds and rain, the Cancer Council Australia notes that the UV index will hit an extreme level of 11. Residents are encouraged to use sun protection between 9:20 am and 4:50 pm, as skin damage can occur in as little as 15 minutes even when the sun is not fully visible.
On Thursday, February 26, 2026, the weather is expected to turn much wetter with a 90 per cent chance of rain and a cooler top temperature of 23 degrees. Forecasters expect between 2 mm and 30 mm of rainfall throughout the day, driven by fresh southerly winds of up to 30 kilometres per hour. This rain is common for Frenchs Forest at this time of year, as February is typically the wettest month for the region.
Local authorities suggest that residents secure loose outdoor items like patio chairs and umbrellas before the gusty winds and storms arrive. Drivers should also take extra care on the roads during heavy rain as visibility can drop and surfaces may become slippery.
