Scorching conditions in Tamworth
Kim Westcott

For those attending Tamworth's country music festival, a good hat is going to come in handy.
Tamworth hasn't dropped below 35 degrees since Christmas Day - and the week ahead will be no exception.
Today will reach the low 40's under sunny skies, later on there is chance of a shower and thunderstorms.
By Sunday, a weak southerly change will work its way north, although it will still be a steamy 37 degrees.
For those that are camping, there will be at least a chance to sleep, with overnight temperatures dropping to the low 20's.
Hot and stormy conditions will continue into mid week, with the temperatures hovering around the mid-to-high 30's each day.
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