How it works
Long term forecasts can tell us if it will be wetter or drier in the months ahead.
First, we look at the Pacific and Indian Ocean's. If they are 'neutral' it is not clear cut. But if they cross a positive or negative threshold, then that can indicate whether rain will be pushed to Australia, or away from Australia.
Understanding the weather
Basics
A four part series on how best to Understand the Weather.
Advanced
Read these after you have conquered the basics!