Whether it's from a phone app, the internet, television or radio, weather forecasts are more accessible than ever before.
They can make or break weekend plans, throw laundry schedules into disarray and sometimes cause unnecessary panic.
But how well can you read a forecast? Do you know the difference between a mostly sunny and a partly cloudy day? Is it worth cancelling a picnic if showers are forecast for the weekend?
Test your knowledge of Australian weather and understanding of forecasts with this weather quiz.
