More cold weather will sweep across Australia’s south-east early this week, bringing rain, snow, and strong winds.

Victoria, meanwhile, can expect gusts between 70km/hr to 85km/hr, peaking at nearly 90km/hr in both Victoria and Tasmania.

But, Weatherzone said, Melbourne will see relatively calmer highs of 60km/hr to 75km/hr.

Similar conditions will persist tomorrow in Victoria, Tasmania, and south-east New South Wales, “where alpine areas could still register gusts approaching 85km/hr”.

Weatherzone reported showers would “sweep through” most districts, with some isolated thunderstorms contributing to local totals of 20mm to 50mm.

Snow has been forecast for the alpine regions late Monday night, with falls of 10cm to 15cm were expected by late Tuesday or early Wednesday.

“Those winds could stir up short-lived white-out conditions and poor visibility, so it may not be the most comfortable day on the slopes, though the fresh fall will help preserve a firm base for the resorts,” Weatherzone said.

“From mid-week a ridge of high pressure will slip in from the west, steadily easing the wind and allowing sunnier, calmer days to take hold through to Saturday – ideal for making the most of the new snow once conditions settle.”