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National Synoptic Situation
National Temperature and Rainfall

Rainย typically refers to steady, continuous precipitation that lasts for a longer period, sometimes hours or even days. It can vary in intensity, but it's usually more consistent and widespread.
Showers, on the other hand, are shorter bursts of rain, often intermittent. They can be heavy but usually don't last long. Showers are more sporadic and may be followed by dry periods or other types of weather, like sun or clouds.
National Synoptic Situation
QLD:
Well, looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive with a weakening ridge in southern Queensland and a weak pressure gradient elsewhere. Severe Tropical Cyclone Alfred is just chilling in the Coral Sea, making sure to stir up some winds and waves along the east coast for some added drama. If you're hoping for a beach day, you might want to keep an eye on Alfred as it meanders southwards. There's a slight chance it might decide to crash the party along the central or southern Queensland coast next week, but hey, who knows with these tropical cyclones. Meanwhile, a trough is making its way into the state from the southwest, setting up camp in the interior for a few days. So, get ready for some potentially mixed weather as Alfred plays hard to get and the trough decides to stick around for a while. Just another day in paradise, folks!
NSW and ACT:
Well, looks like we've got a broad trough hanging out in western NSW, while a high pressure ridge is chilling in the northeast. On Friday, that trough is going to make its way east as a high pressure system ridge strolls in from the Indian Ocean. This high pressure system is going to keep on truckin' eastward, eventually making its way to the Tasman Sea early next week. And over in the east, we can expect some southerly surges over the weekend thanks to a cold front tagging along with this high pressure system. So, grab your umbrellas and hold onto your hats, folks! It's going to be a wild ride.
VIC:
It looks like Victoria is getting a bit of a weather makeover this week. A ridge is taking charge and sending a southwesterly flow across the State, with some weak cold fronts making a cameo in the southern areas on Friday and the weekend. By Monday, the winds will do a little dance and turn southeasterly as a high pressure system crosses Tasmania. So, get ready to embrace the change and maybe hold onto your hats!
SA:
Well, looks like we've got a high pressure system playing hide and seek with a trough this week. The high pressure is hanging out south of the state while the trough is just chilling up in the far northeast. But don't worry, by Sunday the high pressure will kick that trough out of Queensland like a bouncer at a club. So get ready for some clear skies and stable weather ahead!
WA:
Looks like there's a big ol' trough just chillin' up in northern WA. Time to break out the maps and figure out what that means for our weather.
TAS:
So, looks like Tasmania is going to have a bit of a rollercoaster weather-wise. The high pressure ridge is going to take a breather before that cold front comes crashing through on Friday. Then, hold onto your hats because Saturday is going to get windy as those northwesterly winds kick in. And just when you think you can relax, another cold front is going to swoop in on Saturday evening. But hey, at least we can look forward to a high pressure system moving in on Sunday and Monday to bring some stability back to our lives. So make sure you're prepared for whatever Mother Nature decides to throw at us โ because she's definitely keeping us on our toes!
NT:
Well folks, it looks like we've got a weak ridge hanging out in the southern part of the Northern Territory, along with a weak trough chilling in the central part. Meanwhile, up north, there's another weak ridge bringing some dry air down south. This means showers and thunderstorms will be few and far between this weekend. And just when you thought things couldn't get any more exciting, a high pressure system will come rolling through the Bight on Sunday, really beefing up that ridge in the southern NT. So get ready for some serious weather action, folks!
National Weather Warnings
New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
Western Australia
South Australia
No warnings available at this time for South Australia.
Tasmania
Northern Territory
National Storms and Rain Accumulation outlook
Four Day Forecasts
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Tropical Cyclone Alfred is heading pretty much due South at 13km/h, not breaking any speed limits but its not slow either. It is on track to graze, skim or bounce past the SE coast at a distance of about 500 to 700km away, but enough to produce some gusty conditions and decent swell with possible erosion and some showers. There could be the occasional heavy downpour. But still 4 days away.
Temperature and Rainfall Forecast - Access-G

Friday, 28th February
Well, it seems like the North West, Central West, Central Highland, Coalfields, and Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders districts are playing with fire today. So, if you happen to be in those areas, maybe hold off on the spontaneous bonfires or amateur pyrotechnic displays. Just a thought.
Saturday, 1st March
Grab your surfboards and head south of Seventeen Seventy for some hazardous surf conditions - it's the perfect opportunity for a thrilling swim! Meanwhile, don't forget your sunscreen as maximum temperatures are soaring well above average in the west and southern interior. It's a severe heatwave out there, so stay cool and hydrated. As for showers, they're just feeling a bit isolated and scattered along the central and southeast coasts, and up north in Cape York Peninsula. But don't worry, mostly sunny skies are on the horizon elsewhere. Time to break out those shades and enjoy the sunshine!
Sunday, 2nd March
Well, it seems like Mother Nature has quite the sense of humor today. We've got some isolated to scattered showers hanging out around the central and southeast coasts, just chilling in Torres Strait. And don't forget about K'gari - those showers are feeling a bit more ambitious, trying to spread out and make a name for themselves. Meanwhile, the rest of us get to enjoy some mostly sunny weather, so count your lucky stars. But hold onto your hats (literally), because we've got some hazardous surf conditions lurking south of Seventeen Seventy. So if you were planning on catching some waves, maybe rethink that idea. And speaking of rethinking things, those maximum temperatures are really showing off today. The west and southern interior are practically setting records, while the rest of us are just trying to stay cool. Oh, and let's not forget about the far west and northwest - they're in the midst of a severe heatwave. So if you happen to be in that neck of the woods, maybe invest in some extra sunscreen and a portable fan. Stay safe out there, folks!
Monday, 3rd March
Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with isolated to scattered showers hanging out around the southeast coast and Torres Strait. The southeast coastal fringe might get in on the action too, depending on what Severe Tropical Cyclone Alfred decides to do. And don't forget to bring your umbrella, because there's a chance of a thunderstorm hanging out around the Gulf Country coast. But hey, don't worry too much - the rest of the region will be mostly sunny. Just make sure to pack some sunscreen, because those maximum temperatures are going to be well above average, especially in the interior. And if you're in the northwest, get ready to sweat it out in some severe heatwave conditions. Stay cool out there, folks!
Region Round-up - BOM
Forecast for North Tropical Coast and Tablelands:
Well, it looks like we might see a sprinkle or two along the coast tonight - just to keep things interesting. But don't worry, the rest of us can rest easy knowing that rain is basically a stranger everywhere else. So, if you were planning on doing some laundry or watering your plants, today might just be your lucky day. The winds will be blowing from the east to southeasterly at a moderate pace, but don't worry, they'll calm down as the night goes on. So, grab your umbrella just in case, and enjoy the gentle breeze while you can. Stay dry out there, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Cairns | โ | 23 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Atherton | โ | 18 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Cooktown | โ | 23 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Innisfail | โ | 23 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Mareeba | โ | 20 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Forecast for Herbert and Lower Burdekin:
Pack an umbrella if you're hitting the coast, but don't bother elsewhere. Winds will be doing their thing, then deciding to take a breather by evening.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Townsville | โ๏ธ | 23 | 32 | Sunny. |
Ayr | โ๏ธ | 21 | 33 | Sunny. |
Ingham | โ๏ธ | 22 | 31 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Central Coast and Whitsundays:
Grab your umbrella and hold onto your hats, because we've got a slight chance of a shower early this evening. The winds will be coming at you from the east to southeasterly at speeds of 25 to 35 km/h, but don't worry, they'll calm down to a more manageable 15 to 25 km/h as the night goes on. So, be prepared for a sprinkle, but nothing too crazy.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Mackay | โ | 22 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Bowen | โ | 22 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Forecast for Peninsula:
Well, looks like Mother Nature might be feeling a bit indecisive today. There's a slight chance of a shower up near Weipa, but pretty much everywhere else can relax and leave their umbrellas at home. If you happen to be up north, watch out for a potential thunderstorm. On the bright side, at least the winds will be light, so you won't have to worry about being blown away while you're dodging raindrops.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Weipa | โ | 23 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Coen | โ | 23 | 33 | Partly cloudy. |
Palmerville | โ | 21 | 34 | Mostly sunny. |
Thursday Island | ๐ง | 25 | 30 | Shower or two. |
Forecast for Gulf Country:
Looks like we've got a bit of a mixed bag on our hands today. We're talking mostly clear skies, with a slight chance of a thunderstorm making an appearance near the south coast early this evening. So, you might want to grab your umbrella just in case. Winds are going to be all over the place, starting off northeast to southeasterly at 15 to 25 km/h, then calming down to a light breeze in the evening. Just your typical day in the ever-unpredictable world of weather, folks.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Normanton | โ๏ธ | 25 | 37 | Sunny. |
Burketown | โ๏ธ | 23 | 37 | Sunny. |
Doomadgee | โ๏ธ | 23 | 37 | Sunny. |
Kowanyama | โ | 24 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Forecast for Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders:
No need to break out the kite-flying gear today, folks. The winds will be blowing from the east to southeast at a breezy 20 to 30 km/h, but don't worry, they'll calm down by the late evening. So, you might want to hold off on planning that impromptu sailing trip for now.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Charters Towers | โ๏ธ | 20 | 33 | Sunny. |
Georgetown | โ๏ธ | 22 | 36 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Capricornia:
Looks like we've got some breezy conditions coming our way today. So, brace yourselves for some wind coming from the east to southeasterly direction at speeds of 25 to 35 km/h. But hey, no need to worry, it'll calm down a bit by the evening, dropping to a more manageable 15 to 25 km/h. Time to hold onto your hats, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Gladstone | โ | 22 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Rockhampton | โ | 21 | 33 | Mostly sunny. |
Biloela | โ | 18 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Yeppoon | โ | 23 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Forecast for Central Highlands and Coalfields:
Looks like we've got some breezy conditions coming our way, folks. The winds will start from the southeast at 15 to 25 km/h and then switch to the east at 15 to 20 km/h later in the evening. So, you might want to hold onto your hats if you're planning on heading out.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Emerald | โ๏ธ | 20 | 35 | Sunny. |
Clermont | โ๏ธ | 19 | 34 | Sunny. |
Moranbah | โ๏ธ | 19 | 33 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Central West:
Well, it seems like the winds will be doing a bit of a dance today, starting off strong from the southeast and then gracefully transitioning to the east by evening. So, if you had any plans to fly a kite, maybe wait until the winds calm down a bit later on. Stay safe out there, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Longreach | โ๏ธ | 21 | 39 | Sunny. |
Barcaldine | โ๏ธ | 21 | 39 | Sunny. |
Winton | โ๏ธ | 21 | 39 | Sunny. |
Forecast for North West:
Looks like you'll be experiencing some windy conditions today. Expect southeasterly winds of 25 to 35 km/h, which will then turn easterly to 15 to 25 km/h by the evening. So, hold onto your hats and maybe bring an extra hair tie if you're planning to be outside.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Mount Isa | โ๏ธ | 22 | 40 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Channel Country:
Looks like those winds will be doing a little dance tonight, starting strong and then deciding to take a break later on. So, if you were planning on flying a kite, maybe choose a lighter one instead.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Birdsville | โ๏ธ | 28 | 46 | Sunny. |
Thargomindah | โ๏ธ | 27 | 44 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Maranoa and Warrego:
Well, it seems like we'll have some clear skies today, with winds starting from the southeast at a breezy 20 to 30 km/h before mellowing out to east to northeasterly at 15 to 20 km/h by the evening. So, you might want to hold onto your hats, or else they might end up in Oz.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Charleville | โ๏ธ | 23 | 39 | Sunny. |
Roma | โ๏ธ | 20 | 37 | Sunny. |
St George | โ๏ธ | 21 | 37 | Sunny. |
Cunnamulla | โ๏ธ | 25 | 42 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Darling Downs and Granite Belt:
Expect some breezy conditions today, with winds coming from the east to southeast at 15 to 25 km/h. By the evening, they'll shift to the east to northeast at 15 to 20 km/h. So, hold onto your hats and maybe consider tying down any loose outdoor furniture.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Dalby | โ๏ธ | 16 | 33 | Sunny. |
Goondiwindi | โ๏ธ | 20 | 37 | Sunny. |
Toowoomba | โ | 16 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Warwick | โ๏ธ | 15 | 32 | Sunny. |
Stanthorpe | โ๏ธ | 15 | 29 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Wide Bay and Burnett:
Well, it looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today. A slight chance of a shower along the coast, but don't hold your breath anywhere else. The winds will be doing a little dance from east to southeast, then calming down in the evening like a tired toddler. And be warned, the surf is going to be showing off its muscles today - so unless you're a professional rock fisher, swimmer, or surfer, maybe just stick to building sandcastles.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Bundaberg | โ | 21 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Gympie | โ | 20 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Hervey Bay | โ | 23 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Kingaroy | โ | 16 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Maryborough | โ | 21 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Gayndah | โ๏ธ | 18 | 33 | Sunny. |
Forecast for Southeast Coast:
Well, it's gonna be mostly clear out there, with a slim chance of a shower if you happen to be hanging out by the coast. But don't get too excited, because the chance of rain anywhere else is basically non-existent. Be prepared for some breezy conditions with winds coming from the east to southeasterly direction at 15 to 25 km/h. So hold onto your hats, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (ยฐC) | Max Temp (ยฐC) | Description |
Beaudesert | โ | 17 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Brisbane | โ | 21 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Gatton | โ | 18 | 33 | Mostly sunny. |
Ipswich | โ | 18 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Logan Central | โ | 19 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Maroochydore | ๐ง | 22 | 29 | Possible shower. |
Redcliffe | โ | 22 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Surfers Paradise | โ | 20 | 29 | Cloud clearing. |
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