Perth weather delivering Christmas scorcher before temperatures ease slightly on weekend
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Swimmers have flocked to beaches in Perth during 40C weather in the lead up to Christmas.
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Christmas Day is set to be a scorcher in Perth, with temperatures expected to reach 37 degrees Celsius.
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The scorching conditions are forecast to ease to 33C by Sunday
The impact of the heat on train tracks could delay services today
The city today recorded its second straight day of 40C, surpassing the mark at midday, as residents prepared to celebrate Christmas.