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Rain set to dampen Melbourne footy finals

Kim Westcott, Saturday September 24, 2016 - 14:21 AEST

After a warm day, increasing afternoon cloud is heralding the arrival of a cool change.

A cold front bringing light rain will arrive on Saturday evening, potentially making it a wet game for NRL players and spectators alike. While it will still be warm at kick off, a light jacket will also be needed, as temperatures are likely to drop a few degrees during the course of the game.

For those who intend to celebrate (or commiserate) this evening and into the early hours, umbrellas will be a handy accessory, although rain looks to clear before sunrise.

While the sun will poke out during Sunday, it will be a much cooler day, around four-to-six degrees colder than Saturday. Westerly winds will also be gusty at times, making it feel much colder.

Monday will be warmer and winds will be lighter, although showers will start up again in the afternoon and evening, potentially thundery at times. Tuesday and much of Wednesday will be the best time to head outdoors before the next system rolls in.

A large low pressure trough and associated low look to bring a gusty, wet and cool end to the working week.

- Weatherzone

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