As the five-match 2025-26 Ashes Test series gets underway in Perth, all eyes are on the weather forecast and pitch conditions.
Australia and England will renew hostilities with both sides out to secure the most iconic trophy in world cricket, the famed Ashes urn.
But at a venue historically known for serving up fast and bouncy pitches who will handle the Perth conditions best—Australia was humbled by India at the same venue just 12 months ago—and how will the weather behave?
All data provided by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology.
What is the weather forecast for Day 1 in Perth? ( Friday, November 21)
- Rain: <10 per cent
- Wind: South-westerly 11-30 km/h
- Max Temperature: 28C
- Pitch condition: Green and hard
Conditions look close to perfect for the start of the Ashes series with mostly sunny conditions and maximum temperatures expected in the high twenties.
While there’s little doubt it will be quite green for the start of play, it will be interesting to see how quickly the feared Perth pitch dries out.
What is the weather forecast for Day 2 in Perth? ( Saturday, November 22)
- Rain: 25 per cent
- Wind: West to south-westerly 17 to 35 km/h
- Max Temperature: 25C
- Pitch condition:
The day two forecast looks partly cloudy with temperatures in the mid-twenties, although there is the chance of a late shower.
What is the weather forecast for Day 3 in Perth? ( Sunday, November 23)
- Rain: 25 per cent
- Wind: South-westerly 23-43 km/h
- Max Temperature: 21C
- Pitch condition:
Partly cloudy conditions again with milder temperatures and the chance of a shower or two.
What is the weather forecast for Day 4 in Perth? ( Monday, November 24)
- Rain: 25 per cent
- Wind: West to south-westerly 21-37 km/h
- Max Temperature: 21C
- Pitch condition:
Cloudy conditions with mild temperatures and again the slight chance of a shower.
What is the weather forecast for Day 5 in Perth? (Mon day, November 25)
- Rain: <10 per cent
- Wind: South-westerly 21-35 km/h
- Max Temperature: 21C
- Pitch condition:
Mild and partly cloudy conditions with virtually no chance of rain for the final day of the First Test—if the match lasts that long.