Michael Gorey

I generally say that summer in North East Victoria runs from November 1 to Dude’s birthday (March 21). As if on cue, the mercury nudged 30 degrees today for the first time since April and the chirping cicada choir arrived.

The blowflies are buzzing, mozzies are menacing and multiple bugs of all shapes and sizes are enjoying the warm and wet conditions.

As you can gather it’s not so pleasant at the moment. Weather at this time of year is still changeable and more humid than it will be from mid December.

I’ve come to like the hot dry days of January and February, as our nights generally cool down enough for a good sleep.

These articles might be of interest:

• Unusual summer weather
• Record low temperatures
• No sign of winter