Summer is different right across Australia

When the sun shines in Australia, it shines brightly. Summer temperatures in some locations can be extremely hot (far over 40°C), and by 2040, they're anticipated to reach 50°C. In Sydney, recent heat waves have melted tarmac roads, killing hundreds of newborn bats. However, the risk does not end with the heat. The ozone layer protects us from the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, but the ozone layer directly above Australia is unusually weak.

The sun in Australia is exceptionally intense because of this, which is why the 'Slip Slop Slap' campaign from the 1980s was conceived. Each Australian city offers a unique summer experience. Wear plenty of sunscreen wherever you go, regardless. Perth's summers are hot and dry, but Brisbane's summers are hot and humid.

Check out Hobart for a cool summer – if you can call it that – or Darwin for a year-round summer. Each city has something unique to offer, and the climate in Australia might make you feel as if you're visiting various countries. As a result, be ready for everything.