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National Synoptic Situation
So, we've got this weak trough just chilling out in Queensland, stretching from the northwest to the central and southern interior. It's like the awkward guest at a party who just won't leave. Meanwhile, we've got ridges hanging out on either side of the trough, courtesy of a high pressure system in the Tasman Sea. It's like a fancy little cape for Queensland. But wait, there's more! Another trough is planning to crash the party from South Australia midweek, joining forces with our original trough. It's like a bad buddy cop movie sequel. And then they're both planning to saunter off the southeast coast on Friday, leaving a new ridge to take their place. It's like a never-ending game of musical chairs in the weather world. Cheers to that!
National Weather Warnings
New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
No warnings available at this time for Queensland.
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Tasmania
Northern Territory
Four Day Forecasts
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Wednesday, 23rd October
Prepare for a sprinkle or two along the coast, but don't worry, the sun will be shining bright inland. Expect some gentle breezes coming from the east to northeast, switching to the southwest to southeast in the southwest region. Temperatures will be higher than usual across most of the state, especially soaring in the interior. So pack your sunscreen and stay hydrated, because it's going to be a scorcher out there!
Thursday, 24th October
Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with isolated showers scattered around central and southeastern Queensland, the northern interior, Gulf Country, and western Peninsula. There's even a chance of thunderstorms in a band stretching from the Gulf Country through central and southeastern Queensland. Watch out for those isolated severe thunderstorms in the Capricornia, Wide Bay, and Burnett regions, along with parts of the interior including the Central Highlands and northern Darling Downs. Don't be surprised if you encounter some early morning fog patches in the southeast, but elsewhere it's mostly sunny. And let's not forget about those temperatures - they're well above average across the state. Mother Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes!
Friday, 25th October
Prepare yourselves for some isolated showers in eastern Queensland, the Gulf Country, the western Peninsula, and the far northern interior. Thunderstorms might crash the party in the Gulf Country and parts of the northern interior, central, and southeastern Queensland. If you're not in those areas, you can enjoy mostly sunny skies. Temperatures are running above to well above average everywhere except the southwest, where things are just average. And watch out for those heatwave conditions in parts of the Peninsula - it's like Mother Nature turned up the heat just for fun.
Saturday, 26th October
Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with some isolated showers in eastern Queensland and the Gulf Country. Don't be surprised if you get caught in a bit of rain while you're out and about. In the southeast, showers might be more scattered, so keep an eye on the sky. And hey, if you're in central inland Queensland, watch out for isolated thunderstorms. It's like Mother Nature's way of saying, "Surprise!" Temperatures are above average in most parts of the state, so make sure to stay cool and hydrated. But don't worry, if you're in the southwest, overnight temperatures are actually below average. So maybe grab an extra blanket tonight. Overall, it's a bit of a mixed bag out there. Just remember, Mother Nature works in mysterious ways, so always be prepared for whatever she throws your way.
Region Round-up
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
Region Forecast: Expect some clouds and a small possibility of rain. Winds will be making up their mind, starting off light but then picking up speed in the morning. Temperatures will drop overnight and rise during the day, reaching a high of 29 to 35 degrees.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Cairns | ⛅ | 23 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Atherton | ⛅ | 18 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Cooktown | ⛅ | 24 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Innisfail | 🌧 | 21 | 30 | Possible morning shower. |
Mareeba | ⛅ | 20 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Region Forecast: Expect a delightful mix of sunshine and light breezes, with a touch of northeasterly winds thrown in for good measure. Temperatures will drop overnight to a somewhat bearable 19-23 degrees, before skyrocketing to a scorching 30-36 degrees during the day. Don't forget your sunscreen, unless you're aiming for that lobster look.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Townsville | ⛅ | 24 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Ayr | ⛅ | 21 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Ingham | ⛅ | 21 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Central Coast and Whitsundays
Region Forecast: Prepare to bask in the glory of the sun as winds dance from the north to northeasterly at a leisurely 15 to 20 km/h, before deciding to pick up the pace in the morning at 15 to 25 km/h. Get ready to shiver through the night with temperatures dropping to a chilly 18 to 21, only to be rewarded with daytime temperatures soaring to a scorching 30 to 35. It's a rollercoaster of temperatures, but at least you'll get a good dose of Vitamin D!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mackay | ⛅ | 20 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Bowen | ⛅ | 21 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Peninsula
Region Forecast: Prepare your sunscreen and sunglasses, as we can expect a delightful mix of clouds and sunshine today. The gentle breezes will shift from east to northeasterly at a leisurely pace of 15 to 25 km/h in the morning. As the night falls upon us, temperatures will drop to the low to mid 20s, providing a cool reprieve from the scorching daytime heat. Speaking of which, be prepared for temperatures ranging from 34 to 39 degrees, ensuring a toasty day ahead. So, grab your hat and water bottle, and embrace the elements with a touch of whimsy.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Weipa | ⛅ | 21 | 38 | Partly cloudy. |
Coen | ⛅ | 23 | 33 | Partly cloudy. |
Palmerville | ⛅ | 20 | 39 | Partly cloudy. |
Thursday Island | ⛅ | 26 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Gulf Country
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today, with a slight chance of a shower near the south coast in the morning and afternoon. But don't worry, the rest of us will be high and dry with near zero chance of rain elsewhere. Light winds will start off the day, but by mid-morning they'll be picking up speed and changing direction faster than a confused tourist in a foreign city. Expect them to be north to northeasterly at 15 to 25 km/h early on, then switching to north to northwesterly at 20 to 30 km/h later in the morning. Overnight, temperatures will be dropping to the low to mid 20s, so you might want to break out that extra blanket. During the day, things will be heating up to around 40 degrees, so make sure you've got your sunblock handy. Time to fry like an egg on the sidewalk!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Normanton | ⛅ | 25 | 36 | Partly cloudy. |
Burketown | ⛅ | 24 | 37 | Partly cloudy. |
Doomadgee | ⛅ | 24 | 40 | Partly cloudy. |
Kowanyama | ⛅ | 24 | 38 | Partly cloudy. |
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Region Forecast: Prepare for a day of sunshine with a side of shifting winds, starting from the north and eventually making their way to the northwest and south. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a slightly cooler range of 19 to 23 degrees, but don't get too comfortable as daytime temperatures will soar to a scorching 36 to 41 degrees. It's a classic case of hot and cold, just like your morning shower routine.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charters Towers | ⛅ | 20 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Georgetown | ⛅ | 22 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Capricornia
Region Forecast: Prepare for a mostly sunny day with a slight possibility of a shower along the coast, but let's be honest, chances are pretty slim elsewhere. Winds will start off light but will pick up to a northerly direction at 15 to 25 km/h by morning. Temperatures at night will drop to a mild 15 to 20 degrees, while daytime temperatures will soar to a scorching 30 to 36 degrees. So, grab your sunscreen and a hat, because it's going to be a hot one out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Gladstone | ⛅ | 21 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Rockhampton | ⛅ | 19 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Biloela | ⛅ | 15 | 35 | Partly cloudy. |
Yeppoon | ⛅ | 20 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Central Highlands and Coalfields
Region Forecast: Well, it seems like we'll be blessed with a generous serving of sunshine today. The winds will be putting on a little show, starting off as northerly at 15 to 20 km/h, then taking a nap in the middle of the day before picking up again in the evening as north to northeasterly at 15 to 25 km/h. As the day turns into night, temperatures will be dropping to a cool 16 to 20 degrees. During the day, we can expect the mercury to climb up to the mid to high 30s, so you might want to have your fans and ice cream ready for some relief.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Emerald | ⛅ | 20 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Clermont | ⛅ | 20 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Moranbah | ☀️ | 19 | 36 | Sunny. |
Central West
Region Forecast: Prepare for a day of sunshine with a touch of whimsical breezes. Wind direction will start off as northwest to northeasterly at 20 to 30 km/h, but fear not, for it will lighten up by the early afternoon. As the day progresses, the winds will shift to northeasterly at 15 to 20 km/h in the evening. Overnight temperatures will cool down to the low to mid 20s, while daytime temperatures will soar to a scorching 37 to 42 degrees. Enjoy the warmth, but don't forget to stay hydrated!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Longreach | ⛅ | 24 | 41 | Partly cloudy. |
Barcaldine | ⛅ | 25 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
Winton | ⛅ | 23 | 42 | Mostly sunny. |
North West
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for another scorching day, where the sun will be shining bright and the winds will be playing a little game of cat and mouse. Starting off from the northwest, then switching things up to the southwesterly direction, just to keep you on your toes. Temperatures will be dropping to a balmy 19-22 degrees overnight, but don't get too comfortable because we're looking at a toasty low 40s during the day. So grab your sunscreen and stay hydrated, it's going to be a real sizzler out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mount Isa | ☀️ | 18 | 42 | Sunny. |
Channel Country
Region Forecast: Well, it appears we're in for a delightful day of sunshine and shifting winds. Southeasterly breezes will be making way for northeasterly to southeasterly gusts before settling into a brisk southerly flow by midday. Temperatures will be dropping to the low 20s overnight, only to soar to a scorching 40 degrees during the day. Time to break out the sunscreen and maybe a fan or two!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Birdsville | ☀️ | 21 | 41 | Sunny. |
Thargomindah | ☀️ | 21 | 38 | Sunny. |
Maranoa and Warrego
Region Forecast: Get ready to bask in the warmth of the sun, as we have a mostly sunny day ahead. Winds will be showing off their versatility by shifting from east to southeasterly at 15 to 20 km/h, before deciding to switch it up to east to northeasterly in the morning and southeast to southwesterly in the afternoon. Overnight, temperatures will be dropping to a cool 13 to 20 degrees, while daytime temperatures will be cranking up to the mid to high 30s. So grab your sunscreen and prepare to sweat it out!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charleville | ☀️ | 17 | 38 | Sunny. |
Roma | ☀️ | 13 | 37 | Sunny. |
St George | ⛅ | 13 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Cunnamulla | ⛅ | 18 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for another scorching day ahead, my friends. Expect mostly sunny skies with gentle breezes to keep things interesting. As night falls, temperatures will dip to a cool 12-15 degrees, only to skyrocket back up to a toasty 31-36 degrees during the day. It's a rollercoaster of temperatures out there, so buckle up and enjoy the ride!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Dalby | ⛅ | 14 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Goondiwindi | ⛅ | 13 | 34 | Mostly sunny. |
Toowoomba | ⛅ | 15 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Warwick | ⛅ | 12 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Stanthorpe | ⛅ | 9 | 28 | Mostly sunny. |
Wide Bay and Burnett
Region Forecast: Expect some clouds in the sky today, with a moderate chance of showers along the coast and a slight chance elsewhere. Winds will start out light but will pick up speed as the day goes on, shifting from north to northwesterly in the morning to north to northeasterly in the evening. Temperatures will drop to a mild 15-18 degrees overnight, before soaring to a scorching 30-36 degrees during the day. So, pack your umbrellas and sunscreen accordingly!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Bundaberg | 🌧 | 19 | 30 | Possible shower. |
Gympie | ⛅ | 17 | 33 | Partly cloudy. |
Hervey Bay | 🌧 | 19 | 27 | Morning shower or two. |
Kingaroy | ⛅ | 15 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Maryborough | 🌧 | 17 | 31 | Morning shower or two. |
Gayndah | ⛅ | 17 | 36 | Partly cloudy. |
Southeast Coast
Region Forecast: Expect some clouds, a tiny possibility of rain up north, but don't hold your breath for any wet stuff elsewhere. Winds will do their little dance from light to slightly less light throughout the day. Nighttime will bring us some cooler temps, so snuggle up between 13 and 17 degrees. Daytime will be a scorcher, peaking between 27 and 33 degrees. So grab your sunscreen and your umbrella that you probably won't need, and enjoy the weather rollercoaster!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Beaudesert | ⛅ | 13 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Brisbane | ⛅ | 17 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Gatton | ⛅ | 15 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Ipswich | ⛅ | 13 | 32 | Partly cloudy. |
Logan Central | ⛅ | 14 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Maroochydore | ⛅ | 17 | 28 | Partly cloudy. |
Redcliffe | ⛅ | 18 | 27 | Partly cloudy. |
Surfers Paradise | ⛅ | 14 | 27 | Partly cloudy. |
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