Marble Bar, known as Australia’s hottest town, is indeed bracing for extreme temperatures. The forecast suggests that the temperature could reach 49°C this weekend1. This is close to the Australian temperature record for December, which is 49.9°C, set at Nullarbor in South Australia on the same date in 20191. The highest temperature ever recorded in Australia was 50.7°C at Oodnadatta Airport in South Australia, in January 19601. So, while Marble Bar may not break the all-time Australian record this weekend, it’s certainly approaching it. Stay cool and hydrated if you’re in the area!