The outlook for the rest of the day is bleak, with the Met Office predicting high chances of precipitation throughout the day, though there may be a brief rain-free spell in the afternoon.
Australia were 113-4 in their second innings at the close of play on Friday, trailing England by 162 runs after the hosts posted a colossal total of 592.
Australia lead the series 2-1, with the final test of the five-match series to be played at the Oval in London next week.