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National Synoptic Situation
Well, it seems like Mother Nature has quite the sense of humour with a high pressure ridge making itself comfortable across most of the state, courtesy of a high pressure system in the Tasman Sea. This ridge seems to have no plans of moving anytime soon, much to the dismay of those hoping for a change in the weather. Meanwhile, a weak trough is causing a bit of a stir in the southeastern interior of Queensland, but don't worry, it's expected to throw in the towel by Thursday. But wait, there's more! A deeper trough is gearing up to make its grand entrance, sauntering across western and interior Queensland from Friday onwards, eventually crashing the party in southeastern and central Queensland over the weekend. Brace yourselves, as this trough is predicted to bring along some shower and thunderstorm activities as it struts its stuff eastwards. Oh, the drama of it all!
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Thursday, 17th October
Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit fiery in western and southern interior Queensland, with fire dangers reaching high levels. In the Channel Country, things are getting even hotter with locally extreme fire risks. So, make sure you're prepared for some sizzling conditions out there!
Friday, 18th October
Watch out! Isolated showers and maybe even some thunderstorms are making their way across western and southern Queensland, spreading out like a bad rumour. Keep an eye out for severe thunderstorms in the southwest - they're the troublemakers of the bunch. Up north, there are just a few scattered showers near Townsville and the northern Peninsula - nothing to write home about. If you're not dodging raindrops, you'll be enjoying mostly sunny skies elsewhere. But hold onto your hats - those fresh and gusty northwest to southwesterly winds are no joke, especially when it comes to fire dangers in the western and southern interior. And as for temperatures, well, they're feeling a bit above average south of Georgetown, and downright toasty in the interior. So get ready to sweat it out, folks!
Saturday, 19th October
Well folks, it looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with isolated showers and a possible thunderstorm making their way through parts of Queensland. Keep an eye out for severe thunderstorms in the southeast - it's like nature's way of saying "don't forget your umbrella!" Meanwhile, if you're not in the stormy zone, enjoy mostly sunny skies elsewhere. Just be aware of those fresh and warm west to northwesterly winds - they may bring some elevated fire dangers to the southeastern interior. So maybe hold off on that backyard BBQ, unless you're looking to add some extra sizzle to your day. As for temperatures, it's a bit of a mixed bag. Expect maximum temperatures above average in central and eastern districts, while the west hangs out at near average. And when it comes to minimum temperatures, the south and west will be feeling a bit warmer than usual, while the rest of us will be chilling at near average levels. So there you have it, a forecast that's as unpredictable as a game of weather roulette. Stay safe out there, and remember - always dress for the weather, even if Mother Nature can't make up her mind!
Sunday, 20th October
Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with isolated showers in eastern Queensland, the Gulf of Carpentaria, and the Peninsula. Watch out for potential thunderstorms in the Gulf Country - someone's been stirring up trouble! The rest of the region will be mostly sunny, so grab your shades and enjoy the show. Temperatures are soaring in central and southeastern Queensland, while the rest of us are just trying to keep up with the average. Mother Nature never fails to keep us on our toes!
Region Round-up
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
Region Forecast: Expect some clouds to grace us with their presence today, possibly shedding a few tears near the coast. The winds will be feeling a bit eastward at 20 to 30 km/h. As the night falls, temperatures will drop to a cool 17 to 22 degrees, while daytime temperatures will soar to a toasty 27 to 34 degrees. So, grab your sunscreen and umbrella, and brace yourself for whatever weather whims may come our way!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Cairns | 🌧 | 22 | 32 | Shower or two. |
Atherton | 🌧 | 17 | 28 | Possible shower. |
Cooktown | 🌧 | 24 | 31 | Shower or two. |
Innisfail | 🌧 | 21 | 30 | Shower or two. |
Mareeba | ⛅ | 18 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Region Forecast: Some areas may experience a light sprinkling in the morning, but don't hold your breath for any real rain. Winds will be meandering from east to northeast at a leisurely 15 to 20 km/h, before deciding to pick up the pace to 15 to 25 km/h in the morning. Temperatures will dip to a cool 17 to 22 overnight, before soaring to a scorching 29 to 35 during the day. So pack your umbrella just in case, but be prepared to sweat it out in the heat.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Townsville | ⛅ | 22 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Ayr | ⛅ | 19 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Ingham | 🌧 | 21 | 32 | Shower or two. |
Central Coast and Whitsundays
Region Forecast: Prepare for another day of relentless sunshine, with winds deciding to take a scenic route from the northeast to southeasterly at a leisurely pace of 15 to 20 km/h. As night falls, temperatures will drop to a chilling 16-19 degrees, only to rise again during the day to a scorching 29-34 degrees. Don't forget to thank our ever-reliable weather patterns for this delightful forecast.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mackay | ☀️ | 19 | 29 | Sunny. |
Bowen | ⛅ | 20 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Peninsula
Region Forecast: Expect some clouds to grace the skies today, with a moderate possibility of showers hanging around the east coast and a slight possibility in other areas. Winds will be coming in from the east at a breezy 20 to 30 km/h. As night falls, temperatures will dip down to the low to mid 20s, but don't worry, daytime temperatures will be soaring to a scorching 33 to 39 degrees. So make sure to pack your sunscreen and keep an eye out for those sneaky showers!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Weipa | 🌧 | 23 | 37 | Possible shower. |
Coen | 🌧 | 24 | 31 | Shower or two. |
Palmerville | ⛅ | 20 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
Thursday Island | ⛅ | 26 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Gulf Country
Region Forecast: Prepare for a day of sunshine, with a slight possibility of rain near the south coast. The winds will be playing a game of musical chairs, starting from the northeast and ending up in the northwest by the afternoon. Temperatures will be dropping to the low to mid 20s overnight, only to rise to the mid to high 30s during the day. So, grab your sunscreen and stay hydrated - it's going to be a scorcher out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Normanton | ☀️ | 23 | 37 | Sunny. |
Burketown | ⛅ | 22 | 35 | Partly cloudy. |
Doomadgee | ⛅ | 23 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
Kowanyama | ☀️ | 24 | 38 | Sunny. |
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Region Forecast: Get ready to roast like a Thanksgiving turkey, as the sun shines down with winds coming from the east to northeast at a moderate 15 to 25 km/h. Overnight temperatures will drop to a balmy 17 to 21 degrees, while daytime temperatures will skyrocket to a scorching 34 to 40 degrees. It's a hot one out there, so make sure to stay hydrated and wear plenty of sunscreen!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charters Towers | ⛅ | 18 | 33 | Mostly sunny. |
Georgetown | ☀️ | 19 | 38 | Sunny. |
Capricornia
Region Forecast: Get ready for another scorching day, my friends! We've got clear skies and gentle breezes shifting to the northeast at a leisurely pace. Temperatures will drop to a cool 12 to 17 degrees overnight, so you might want to bring a light sweater for those balmy evenings. Daytime highs will peak around 30 degrees, so be prepared to sweat it out like a true weather warrior.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Gladstone | ☀️ | 18 | 29 | Sunny. |
Rockhampton | ☀️ | 17 | 32 | Sunny. |
Biloela | ☀️ | 13 | 33 | Sunny. |
Yeppoon | ☀️ | 19 | 27 | Sunny. |
Central Highlands and Coalfields
Region Forecast: Well, it seems like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today, with winds playing a game of hide and seek. Starting off in the north to northeasterly direction at 15 to 20 km/h, they'll then decide to take a break in the middle of the day before picking back up again in the evening. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a cool 14 to 17, while daytime highs will climb to the low to mid 30s. So, get ready to experience some weather whiplash, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Emerald | ⛅ | 17 | 34 | Cloud clearing. |
Clermont | ☀️ | 15 | 34 | Sunny. |
Moranbah | ☀️ | 16 | 34 | Sunny. |
Central West
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today, with winds shifting from northeasterly to north to northeasterly. Better hold onto your hats! Overnight temperatures will drop to a balmy 17-22 degrees, but don't get too cozy - daytime temps will soar to a scorching 35-40 degrees. Time to break out the sunscreen and ice packs, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Longreach | ☀️ | 22 | 39 | Sunny. |
Barcaldine | ☀️ | 21 | 37 | Sunny. |
Winton | ☀️ | 21 | 40 | Sunny. |
North West
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today. Starting off with a brisk northeasterly wind, she then decides to switch things up to a stronger north to northeasterly breeze in the morning. By the late evening, she finally calms down and becomes as light as a feather. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the low to mid 20s, giving us a chance to cuddle up with our fans or air conditioners. But don't get too comfortable, because daytime temperatures will soar to around 40 degrees, making us wish we had invested in that portable air conditioner sooner. So, get ready to embrace the whims of Mother Nature as she takes us on a rollercoaster ride of weather patterns. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear your sunscreen, folks!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mount Isa | ☀️ | 20 | 39 | Sunny. |
Channel Country
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for a day of mostly sunny skies, with a slight possibility of showers near the New South Wales border come evening. Rain is highly unlikely elsewhere, so don't bother packing your umbrella. Keep an eye out for a potential thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening - a thrilling addition to your day. Expect winds to start from the northeasterly direction at 15 to 25 km/h, before shifting to a northerly direction at 30 to 45 km/h in the early hours. By evening, the winds will calm down to a gentler 20 to 30 km/h. As night falls, temperatures will drop to the low to high 20s, with daytime temperatures soaring to a scorching 40 degrees. So, if you were planning on wearing a sweater, you might want to reconsider.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Birdsville | 🌧 | 28 | 41 | Possible shower. Windy. |
Thargomindah | ☀️ | 23 | 40 | Sunny. |
Maranoa and Warrego
Region Forecast: Well isn't this just a delightful day we have on our hands! We can expect a little thunderstorm action near our friends over in New South Wales later tonight. The winds will be having a bit of a dance, starting off in the north to northeasterly direction at 25 to 35 km/h, then switching things up to the north to northwesterly in the morning before settling on a nice north to northeasterly breeze of 15 to 20 km/h in the late evening. Overnight, temperatures will dip down to a cozy 15 to 21 degrees, while during the day we can look forward to temperatures in the mid to high 30s. So be sure to grab your sunscreen and a nice cold beverage, because it's going to be a scorcher out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charleville | ☀️ | 19 | 38 | Sunny. |
Roma | ☀️ | 15 | 36 | Sunny. |
St George | ☀️ | 16 | 35 | Sunny. |
Cunnamulla | ☀️ | 20 | 39 | Sunny. |
Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for another day of Mother Nature's unpredictable antics. Expect a modest sprinkling of rain over the Granite Belt, most likely in the morning hours. Don't worry, though, the rest of the region will remain bone dry. The winds will play a little game of musical chairs, starting in the north before shimmying to the east by evening. Temperatures will dip to a mild 11 to 15 overnight, only to soar to a scorching 28 to 34 during the day. It's all just another day in the wacky world of weather.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Dalby | ☀️ | 13 | 31 | Sunny. |
Goondiwindi | ☀️ | 13 | 32 | Sunny. |
Toowoomba | ⛅ | 14 | 27 | Mostly sunny. |
Warwick | ⛅ | 12 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Stanthorpe | 🌧 | 9 | 25 | Possible shower. |
Wide Bay and Burnett
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for a day of mostly sunny skies, with a small possibility of a shower down south - but let's be honest, the chances are slim to none everywhere else. Expect some light winds in the morning, picking up to a gentle northeasterly breeze of 15 to 25 km/h by the afternoon, before calming back down in the evening. As night falls, temperatures will drop to a cool 12 to 15 degrees, while daytime temperatures will peak at a balmy 28 to 33 degrees. So, grab your sunscreen and shades, because it's going to be a scorcher out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Bundaberg | ☀️ | 16 | 29 | Sunny. |
Gympie | ⛅ | 13 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Hervey Bay | ☀️ | 17 | 27 | Sunny. |
Kingaroy | ⛅ | 11 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Maryborough | ⛅ | 15 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Gayndah | ⛅ | 14 | 33 | Mostly sunny. |
Southeast Coast
Region Forecast: Get your umbrellas ready, folks (oops, sorry)! Expect some clouds to roll in with a potential sprinkle or two, especially in the late morning and afternoon. Winds will be light, starting off from the east and shifting to the northeast at 15 to 20 km/h before calming down in the evening. Temperatures will drop to a comfortable 13 to 16 overnight, but don't get too cozy - it's going to heat up to around 30 during the day. So, prepare for a mixed bag of weather, because Mother Nature likes to keep us on our toes!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Beaudesert | 🌧 | 14 | 28 | Shower or two. |
Brisbane | 🌧 | 17 | 28 | Possible shower. |
Gatton | ⛅ | 14 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Ipswich | ⛅ | 13 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Logan Central | 🌧 | 15 | 27 | Shower or two. |
Maroochydore | ⛅ | 16 | 27 | Partly cloudy. |
Redcliffe | ⛅ | 17 | 26 | Partly cloudy. |
Surfers Paradise | 🌧 | 15 | 26 | Shower or two. |
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