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National Synoptic Situation
So, we've got a high chilling over the Tasman Sea, spreading its influence over the east side of the state. This high is a bit lazy though, so it's slowly shuffling east and losing its power. Meanwhile, a trough and some moody clouds are making their way across southwestern Queensland, ready to cause some drama as they head eastward over the next few days. By Friday, the trough will be ready to make its exit off the east coast, but it might decide to hang around and show off just off the southeast coast over the weekend before finally giving up and moving on by Monday. But fear not, a new high will come sauntering in from the Bight later in the week to save the day and bring some stability back to the state.
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Thursday, 26th September
Well isn't that just grand? The good folks down in southwestern Queensland are experiencing some rather high fire danger at the moment. It seems Mother Nature has decided to turn up the heat in that neck of the woods. So, if you happen to be in the area, you might want to exercise some caution when playing with matches or setting off fireworks. Just a friendly reminder from your pals at the weather station. Stay safe out there, folks!
Friday, 27th September
Prepare for a smattering of showers and a sprinkle of rain in central and southern Queensland, just south of Mackay and east of Longreach. Showers might decide to throw a party and become more widespread in the southeastern and central regions. Meanwhile, northern Queensland will only receive a few isolated showers, while western Queensland will bask in mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will be feeling a bit below average in central and southern Queensland, but they'll be strutting their stuff near or above average in other areas. As for the minimum temperatures, they'll be feeling a bit chilly in the southwest, but they'll be feeling extra cozy everywhere else. So grab your umbrella and your sunscreen, because Queensland weather is as unpredictable as a reality TV show.
Saturday, 28th September
Grab your raincoat and umbrella, folks! We've got a mixed bag of weather coming our way in Queensland. Expect some isolated to scattered showers and patchy rain, with a chance of a thunderstorm in the central and southeastern parts of the state. Don't be surprised if you get caught in a downpour – moderate to heavy rainfall is possible, especially in the far southeastern areas, depending on the movement of a coastal trough. But don't worry, not everyone will be singing in the rain. There will be isolated showers along the east coast, while the rest of the state can expect mostly sunny conditions. Just remember to dress accordingly, as maximum temperatures will be below average in the southeast and central regions, but above average elsewhere. And when you're snuggling up at night, keep in mind that minimum temperatures will be below average in the west and south, but above average in the east. Mother Nature sure has a sense of humor, doesn't she?
Sunday, 29th September
Prepare yourselves for some isolated showers in the eastern districts, which may become scattered at times in the southeast. You might also encounter some isolated showers in the far southwest, but fear not, as the rest of the state will be mostly sunny. Keep in mind that maximum temperatures will be below average in southeastern Queensland, while they will be above average elsewhere. As for minimum temperatures, expect them to be above average in the west and north, but near average in other areas. So, grab your umbrella and your sunscreen, and enjoy the weather!
Region Round-up
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
Region Forecast: Looks like we may see a sprinkle near the coast in the morning, but don't get your hopes up for rain elsewhere. Wind will be playing musical chairs throughout the day, starting from the east to southeasterly and ending up east to northeasterly before calling it quits in the evening. Temperatures will drop overnight to a cozy 16 to 21, while daytime highs will hit a toasty 27 to 34. So, grab your sunscreen and a light jacket just in case Mother Nature decides to throw a curveball.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Cairns | ⛅ | 21 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Atherton | ⛅ | 16 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Cooktown | ⛅ | 23 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Innisfail | ⛅ | 20 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Mareeba | ⛅ | 18 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Region Forecast: Ah, we have some clouds floating around today. The winds are feeling indecisive, starting off light and then deciding to pick up speed in the afternoon before calming down in the evening. Temperatures will be playing the classic game of hide and seek, dropping to around 16-20 overnight and then peeking back up to 29-34 during the day. It's all part of nature's unpredictable charm!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Townsville | ⛅ | 21 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Ayr | ⛅ | 18 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Ingham | ⛅ | 19 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Central Coast and Whitsundays
Region Forecast: Get ready for another day of "mostly sunny" weather, with winds doing their little dance from light to northeasterly to light again. Overnight temperatures will drop to the thrilling range of 14 to 18 degrees, while daytime temperatures will reach the scorching heights of 28 to 33 degrees. So pack your sunscreen and enjoy the show!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mackay | ⛅ | 17 | 28 | Mostly sunny. |
Bowen | ⛅ | 19 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Peninsula
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today, with a medium chance of showers near the east coast. Don't worry though, she's not planning on sharing the rain with the rest of us. Winds will be doing their own thing, starting off easterly at 15 to 25 km/h before deciding to take a break in the late evening. Overnight temperatures will be dropping to a pleasant 19 to 23 degrees, giving us a chance to cozy up in bed. Daytime temperatures, on the other hand, will be reaching a scorching 33 to 39 degrees. So, make sure to stay hydrated and maybe invest in some extra sunscreen. Mother Nature's definitely turning up the heat!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Weipa | ⛅ | 23 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Coen | ⛅ | 24 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Palmerville | ⛅ | 18 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
Thursday Island | ⛅ | 25 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Gulf Country
Region Forecast: Get your sunglasses ready, folks - it's going to be mostly sunny with a slight chance of a shower near the Northern Territory border, but don't hold your breath for rain anywhere else. There's a small possibility of a thunderstorm in the west later in the day, so keep an eye out for those lightning strikes. Winds will start off light but will pick up to around 15 to 20 km/h in the early afternoon, shifting from northwest to southwesterly. By late afternoon, they'll be coming from the south to the southwest. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the low 20s, so you might want to crack a window for some cooler air. During the day, it's going to heat up to the mid to high 30s, so make sure to stay hydrated and find some shade if you can. Mother nature is definitely turning up the heat today!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Normanton | ⛅ | 21 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Burketown | ⛅ | 20 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Doomadgee | ⛅ | 20 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
Kowanyama | ⛅ | 22 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Region Forecast: Looks like we've got a classic case of predictable weather on our hands, folks. Expect a mostly sunny day with a slight chance of a thunderstorm in the southwest later on. Winds will be doing their usual dance, starting from the north to northeast at a gentle 15 to 20 km/h, before shifting to the south to southwest at 15 to 25 km/h. As the day turns into night, temperatures will drop to a cool 16 to 20 degrees, providing a nice break from the scorching mid to high 30s we'll be experiencing during the day. Mother nature truly has a sense of humor, doesn't she? Just when you think you've got the weather all figured out, she throws in a thunderstorm to keep you on your toes.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charters Towers | ⛅ | 17 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Georgetown | ⛅ | 18 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Capricornia
Region Forecast: Bring out the shades and sunscreen, folks! Another day of mostly sunny skies ahead, with just a slight chance of a shower in the southwest come evening. But fear not, for the rest of us will be basking in near zero chance of rain. Expect light winds that will eventually shift to a north to northeasterly direction, reaching speeds of 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon before calming down in the evening. As night falls, temperatures will drop to a comfortable range of 11 to 15 degrees, so you might want to grab a light jacket before heading out. Daytime temperatures will peak around 30 degrees, so make sure to stay hydrated and enjoy the warmth while it lasts!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Gladstone | ⛅ | 16 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Rockhampton | ⛅ | 15 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Biloela | ⛅ | 10 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Yeppoon | ⛅ | 17 | 27 | Mostly sunny. |
Central Highlands and Coalfields
Region Forecast: Expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, with a good opportunity for showers down south and a slight chance elsewhere. Keep an eye out for thunderstorms in the southwest. Winds will be all over the place, starting from the north to northeast at a moderate 15 to 20 km/h before shifting to the north to northwest in the AM and finally calming down by midday. Temperatures will be doing their usual dance, dropping to the mid-teens overnight and climbing to the high 20s to low 30s during the day. So, grab your umbrellas and sunscreen, because who knows what Mother Nature has in store for us today!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Emerald | 🌧 | 14 | 32 | Late shower or two. |
Clermont | 🌧 | 13 | 33 | Possible late shower. |
Moranbah | ⛅ | 14 | 33 | Mostly sunny. |
Central West
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature has a bit of a mood swing planned for us today. We've got a smattering of clouds with a high likelihood of showers down south of Longreach, and a moderate chance everywhere else. Plus, there's a cheeky thunderstorm thrown into the mix for good measure. Our winds will be feeling a bit indecisive, starting off from the north to northeast at a gentle 15 to 20 km/h before doing a 180-degree turn to the south to southwest at 20 to 30 km/h in the morning. So make sure you hold onto your hats! As for temperatures, it's going to be a bit of a rollercoaster. Expect overnight lows between 17 and 20 degrees, while daytime highs will be a wide range from 27 to a sweltering 35 degrees. So maybe pack an extra layer, just in case. In summary, it's going to be a mixed bag out there, so grab your umbrella and sunhat, and prepare for whatever Mother Nature decides to throw our way.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Longreach | 🌧 | 20 | 32 | Shower or two. |
Barcaldine | 🌧 | 20 | 31 | Shower or two. |
Winton | 🌧 | 19 | 33 | Shower or two. |
North West
Region Forecast: Looks like we've got some clouds hanging around today, with a good chance of showers down south of Mt Isa. There's a medium chance of rain elsewhere, so don't forget your umbrella. And hey, there's even a chance of a thunderstorm to really spice things up! The winds will be coming from the south to southwesterly direction, starting off light but picking up to 15 to 25 km/h in the morning. By evening, they'll switch to southerly and ramp up to 20 to 30 km/h. So hold onto your hats! Temperatures will be dropping overnight to a cool 18 to 22 degrees, with daytime highs ranging from 29 to 36. So make sure you dress accordingly and stay hydrated. Mother Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mount Isa | 🌧 | 17 | 33 | Shower or two. |
Channel Country
Region Forecast: Prepare for a delightful mix of sun and clouds, with a sprinkle of showers likely in the northeast and a faint possibility elsewhere. There's even a chance of a thunderstorm crashing the party in both the AM and PM. Brace yourselves for winds that will start off from the south to southwest at a leisurely pace of 15 to 25 km/h, before picking up speed and switching to a southerly direction at 25 to 40 km/h come morning. As night falls, temperatures will dip to a cool 16 to 19 degrees, while daytime highs will reach the pleasant mid to high 20s. It's like a weather rollercoaster, but without the long lines and overpriced snacks.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Birdsville | ⛅ | 17 | 27 | Partly cloudy. |
Thargomindah | ⛅ | 17 | 25 | Partly cloudy. |
Maranoa and Warrego
Region Forecast: Looks like we've got some clouds rolling in, with a pretty decent chance of showers, especially in the morning and afternoon. Don't be surprised if you hear a little thunder rumbling in the distance. The winds will be coming from the south to southwesterly direction at a brisk 25 to 35 km/h. As the day turns into night, temperatures will drop to a cool 13 to 20 degrees, so you might want to grab a sweater. During the day, temperatures will be reaching the mid to high 20s, so you might want to keep an eye on that thermostat.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charleville | 🌧 | 19 | 25 | Showers. Possible storm. |
Roma | 🌧 | 13 | 28 | Showers. |
St George | 🌧 | 18 | 27 | Showers. |
Cunnamulla | 🌧 | 17 | 25 | Shower or two. |
Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves, for the sky shall be filled with clouds and showers are expected to make an appearance, particularly in the late morning. There is a possibility of a thunderstorm lurking in the southwest. Winds will start from the north at a speed of 15 to 25 km/h, eventually shifting to the west and northwest before calming down by evening. Temperatures at night will drop to a chilly 9 degrees, reaching up to the mid to high 20s during the day.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Dalby | 🌧 | 11 | 27 | Shower or two developing. |
Goondiwindi | 🌧 | 16 | 25 | Showers. |
Toowoomba | 🌧 | 13 | 25 | Shower or two developing. |
Warwick | 🌧 | 8 | 26 | Shower or two. |
Stanthorpe | 🌧 | 8 | 23 | Showers. |
Wide Bay and Burnett
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today, with a slight chance of a shower inland in the evening but near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Winds will be playing a game of musical chairs, starting off north to northwesterly at 15 to 20 km/h then switching to northwest to southwesterly in the early afternoon before finally becoming light in the evening. Overnight, temperatures will be dropping to a cool 10 to 14 degrees, so be sure to grab an extra blanket. Daytime temperatures will be reaching a balmy 30 degrees, giving us a taste of that summer heat. Enjoy the weather rollercoaster ride!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Bundaberg | ⛅ | 14 | 28 | Mostly sunny. |
Gympie | ⛅ | 12 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Hervey Bay | ⛅ | 17 | 26 | Mostly sunny. |
Kingaroy | 🌧 | 9 | 28 | Late shower or two. |
Maryborough | ☀️ | 13 | 29 | Sunny. |
Gayndah | ⛅ | 12 | 31 | Becoming cloudy. |
Southeast Coast
Region Forecast: Expect a delightful mix of clouds and sun today, with a decent possibility of rain later on. The winds will be playing a little game of tag, starting off strong but calming down by the evening. Temperatures will be doing their usual dance, dropping to a cool 10-15 degrees overnight before peaking at a toasty 30 during the day. So, grab your umbrella and sunscreen, because this weather is a real mixed bag!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Beaudesert | 🌧 | 11 | 29 | Shower or two. |
Brisbane | 🌧 | 15 | 29 | Possible late shower. |
Gatton | 🌧 | 11 | 31 | Shower or two developing. |
Ipswich | 🌧 | 10 | 31 | Shower or two developing. |
Logan Central | 🌧 | 13 | 28 | Late shower or two. |
Maroochydore | ⛅ | 14 | 28 | Partly cloudy. |
Redcliffe | 🌧 | 16 | 27 | Possible late shower. |
Surfers Paradise | 🌧 | 13 | 27 | Late shower or two. |
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