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National Synoptic Situation
Prepare yourselves, folks (oops, slipped up there), for a weak ridge lingering over the northeast of the state. Meanwhile, a slow-moving trough will be causing mischief across northwest, central, and southeast Queensland. And just when you thought it couldn't get any more exciting, another trough is set to strut its stuff across southeastern and central Queensland from Tuesday onwards, bringing with it some showers and thunderstorms. But wait, there's more! A high from the Bight is gearing up to make its grand entrance over southeastern Australia by midweek, shoving the trough into central and southern interior parts of the state. So get ready for a firm ridge to follow in its wake over southeast and southwest Queensland. It's going to be a wild ride, folks (oops, did it again).
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Monday, 7th October
In the lofty realms of the North West and Gulf Country, we find ourselves faced with atmospheric conditions of a rather elevated nature.
Tuesday, 8th October
Looks like we've got some rain and thunderstorms brewing in central and southeastern Queensland, south of Rockhampton and east of Tambo to Warwick. Keep an eye out for possible severe thunderstorms in the Southeast Coast and southern Wide Bay and Burnett later in the day. Over on the tropical east coast, we might see some isolated showers, with a chance of them becoming scattered north of Ingham and over the northern Peninsula. The rest of the state can expect mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will be above or well above average for most areas, except for the northern Peninsula. And don't be surprised if you feel a bit chilly in the northeastern interior, where minimum temperatures will be slightly below average. Just another day in the wild world of Queensland weather!
Wednesday, 9th October
Prepare yourselves, Queenslanders! Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms expected in certain parts of the state. There's even a risk of severe thunderstorms in central Queensland and the Darling Downs and Granite Belt - but don't worry, we're not entirely sure when or where they'll strike just yet. Over on the tropical east coast, you can expect some isolated showers, which may become scattered at times north of Port Douglas and over the northern Peninsula. Meanwhile, those lucky folks in the west can enjoy mostly sunny skies. Temperatures are a bit all over the place today - maximum temperatures will be below or well below average in the southeast, but above average in much of the interior. As for minimum temperatures, they'll be near or above average. So, grab your umbrellas and your sunscreen, and brace yourselves for whatever Mother Nature has in store for us today!
Thursday, 10th October
Prepare to dodge some raindrops in central to eastern Queensland, from Charleville to Cooktown and up to the northern Peninsula. You might even hear a rumble of thunder in the southern Central Highlands. But fear not, for the sun will still be shining bright in the west. Temperatures will be a bit all over the place - below average in the southeast and central regions, but above average in the west and north. So grab your umbrella and sunscreen, and brace yourself for a day of meteorological madness!
Region Round-up
North Tropical Coast and Tablelands
Region Forecast: Prepare for a day of sunshine, with winds coming from the east at speeds of 20 to 30 km/h. As night falls, temperatures will drop to a range of 13 to 20 degrees, while daytime temperatures will peak between 27 and 34 degrees. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Cairns | ⛅ | 20 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Atherton | ⛅ | 14 | 27 | Mostly sunny. |
Cooktown | ⛅ | 23 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Innisfail | ⛅ | 19 | 29 | Partly cloudy. |
Mareeba | ⛅ | 16 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Herbert and Lower Burdekin
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit indecisive today. We start off with some sunshine and light winds, which then decide to switch things up and become easterly to northeasterly at a decent pace. By the late evening, they've had enough and go back to being light. Overnight, temperatures drop to a somewhat chilly 14 to 19 degrees, while daytime temperatures soar to a toasty 29 to 35 degrees. So grab your jacket for the night and your sunscreen for the day, because you never know what Mother Nature has up her sleeve next!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Townsville | ⛅ | 20 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Ayr | ⛅ | 17 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Ingham | ⛅ | 18 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Central Coast and Whitsundays
Region Forecast: Get ready for another riveting day of predictable weather patterns, with the sun making a grand appearance and light winds deciding to switch things up by becoming northeasterly at a speed of 15 to 25 km/h. But don't get too comfortable, as these winds will lose interest by the late evening and become light once again. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a balmy 16 degrees, while daytime temperatures will reach a scorching 29 to 35 degrees. Mother Nature really outdid herself with this one, didn't she?
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mackay | ⛅ | 17 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Bowen | ⛅ | 19 | 30 | Mostly sunny. |
Peninsula
Region Forecast: Get ready to pack your umbrellas if you're planning a trip north of Weipa - there's a slight chance of a shower. However, for the rest of us, it looks like Mother Nature is giving us a break with near zero chance of rain. Expect some light easterly winds in the morning, but don't worry - they'll pick up to a brisk 25 to 35 km/h by midday. Overnight temperatures will drop to a cool 16 to 23 degrees, so make sure to bring a jacket. Daytime temperatures will be scorching, reaching between 32 and 39 degrees. So, slap on some sunscreen and stay hydrated, because it's going to be a hot one out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Weipa | ⛅ | 22 | 37 | Partly cloudy. |
Coen | ⛅ | 22 | 31 | Partly cloudy. |
Palmerville | ☀️ | 16 | 39 | Sunny. |
Thursday Island | 🌩 | 25 | 31 | Becoming windy. Partly cloudy. |
Gulf Country
Region Forecast: Ah, it appears we will be graced with some sunshine in the morning, but don't get too comfortable as there is a slight possibility of a thunderstorm lurking in the western region later in the day. The whimsical winds will play a game of back and forth, starting from the northeast to southeasterly at a moderate speed of 15 to 20 km/h, then deciding to take a break in the evening before picking up the pace again as night falls. Overnight, temperatures will cool down to a range of 19 to 24 degrees, while daytime temperatures are expected to soar up to a scorching 40 degrees. So, be prepared to embrace the elements, for nature has quite the show in store for us.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Normanton | ☀️ | 23 | 39 | Sunny. |
Burketown | ⛅ | 22 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Doomadgee | ⛅ | 22 | 40 | Partly cloudy. |
Kowanyama | ☀️ | 20 | 38 | Sunny. |
Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is giving us another scorcher today with sunny skies and some breezy winds to keep things interesting. Expect those winds to shift throughout the day, giving us a nice little meteorological dance. Temperatures will drop overnight, but don't get too excited - it's still going to be a warm one. So grab your sunscreen, folks, and get ready to sweat it out in that 35 to 40-degree heat. It's a hot one out there!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charters Towers | ☀️ | 16 | 35 | Sunny. |
Georgetown | ☀️ | 18 | 39 | Sunny. |
Capricornia
Region Forecast: Looks like we're in for a classic case of sunshine and thunderstorms today. Expect light winds from the north to northeast, with a chance of thunderstorms in the southwest later on. Temperatures will be dropping to a mild 14-18 degrees overnight, but don't get too comfortable as daytime temperatures are set to soar to a scorching 30-35 degrees. Mother Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Gladstone | ☀️ | 18 | 30 | Sunny. |
Rockhampton | ☀️ | 18 | 33 | Sunny. |
Biloela | ⛅ | 14 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Yeppoon | ☀️ | 18 | 28 | Sunny. |
Central Highlands and Coalfields
Region Forecast: Looks like Mother Nature is feeling indecisive today, with a slight chance of a shower around the Carnarvon Ranges. Don't get too excited though, as the rest of us will be lucky to even see a drop of rain. Keep an eye out for a possible thunderstorm in the south - just to keep things interesting. Winds will be playing a game of musical chairs, starting off light before shimmying their way to a northeasterly direction. Temperatures will be doing their usual dance, with overnight lows of 15 to 18 degrees and daytime highs reaching the mid 30s. 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 |
Emerald | ☀️ | 18 | 36 | Sunny. |
Clermont | ☀️ | 16 | 36 | Sunny. |
Moranbah | ☀️ | 15 | 36 | Sunny. |
Central West
Region Forecast: Well, it seems Mother Nature may be feeling a little moody today. We've got a sunny morning on our hands, but don't get too comfortable - there's a chance of a thunderstorm rolling in from the southeast in the afternoon and evening. Light winds will start off in the northwest to northeasterly direction, but they'll soon be doing a little dance and turning southeast to southwesterly in the early afternoon. As the day winds down, temperatures will follow suit, dropping overnight to a balmy 18 to 21 degrees. But don't let that fool you - daytime temperatures will be climbing to the mid to high 30s, so make sure you pack your sunscreen and stay hydrated. Mother Nature may be unpredictable, but at least she keeps things interesting.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Longreach | ☀️ | 21 | 39 | Sunny. |
Barcaldine | ⛅ | 23 | 37 | Mostly sunny. |
Winton | ⛅ | 21 | 39 | Mostly sunny. |
North West
Region Forecast: Well, it seems like we're in for a classic 'light winds becoming east to southeasterly' kind of day. Don't worry, those winds will eventually decide to be south to southeasterly by the late afternoon. Expect overnight temperatures to drop to the low to mid 20s, so make sure to bring a sweater if you're planning on stargazing. Daytime temperatures will reach a scorching 40 degrees, so be prepared to sweat like a pig. Enjoy the sunshine, unless you're a vampire. In that case, stay indoors and binge-watch some Netflix.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Mount Isa | ☀️ | 21 | 39 | Sunny. |
Channel Country
Region Forecast: Another day in paradise, folks! Expect some breezy conditions with winds shifting from the south to the east and southeast, then finally settling in the southwesterly direction by early afternoon. Overnight, temperatures will cool down to a pleasant 15-19 degrees, while daytime temperatures soar to the mid to high 30s. It's all part of the wonderful rollercoaster ride we call weather!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Birdsville | ☀️ | 17 | 37 | Sunny. |
Thargomindah | ☀️ | 15 | 35 | Sunny. |
Maranoa and Warrego
Region Forecast: Prepare for a delightful morning of sunshine, followed by a potential thunderstorm up north later on. The winds will start off weak, but will pick up to a westerly direction by the early afternoon. By evening, they'll lighten up again. Temperatures will drop overnight to a cozy 13-16 degrees, while daytime highs will soar into the mid 30s. So, grab your umbrella and your sunscreen - it's going to be a wild ride!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Charleville | ⛅ | 16 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Roma | ⛅ | 13 | 36 | Partly cloudy. |
St George | ☀️ | 13 | 34 | Sunny. |
Cunnamulla | ☀️ | 15 | 34 | Sunny. |
Darling Downs and Granite Belt
Region Forecast: Wake up and smell the sunshine! There's a slight possibility of a thunderstorm hanging out in the northern region later in the day. Expect gentle breezes to accompany this weather rollercoaster. As the day turns to night, temperatures will drop to a cozy 11 to 14 degrees, while daytime highs will hit the low to mid 30s. So, grab your sunscreen and umbrella, because it's going to be a wild ride!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Dalby | ⛅ | 13 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Goondiwindi | ☀️ | 12 | 34 | Sunny. |
Toowoomba | ⛅ | 15 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Warwick | ☀️ | 9 | 33 | Sunny. |
Stanthorpe | ☀️ | 8 | 29 | Sunny. |
Wide Bay and Burnett
Region Forecast: Looks like we've got a little mix of everything today, folks. There's a slight chance of a shower down south, but don't hold your breath for any rain elsewhere. And hey, who doesn't love a good thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening, right? You can expect some north to northwesterly winds blowing at 15 to 20 km/h, switching to north to northeasterly later on. By evening, those winds will calm down and become light. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a cool 14 to 18 degrees, while daytime highs will reach the low to mid 30s. So, grab your umbrella just in case, but don't count on needing it. And remember, when it comes to weather, Mother Nature always keeps us on our toes!
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Bundaberg | ⛅ | 18 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Gympie | ⛅ | 16 | 34 | Partly cloudy. |
Hervey Bay | ⛅ | 19 | 27 | Mostly sunny. |
Kingaroy | ⛅ | 13 | 33 | Partly cloudy. |
Maryborough | ⛅ | 17 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Gayndah | ⛅ | 17 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Southeast Coast
Region Forecast: Looks like the sun will make an appearance today, with a slight chance of a shower up north. But don't worry, the rest of us will remain dry as a bone. Just keep an eye out for those thunderstorms in the afternoon - they might be a real shocker. Winds will be light, but don't let that fool you - they'll pick up to a breezy 15 to 20 km/h in the late afternoon. By evening, they'll calm down quicker than a cat in a rainstorm. As for temperatures, it'll be a mild night with lows of 12 to 17. But don't get too comfortable, because daytime highs will be reaching a scorching 30 to 35. So grab your sunscreen and your umbrella, because you never know what Mother Nature has up her sleeve.
Location | Icon | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Description |
Beaudesert | ☀️ | 13 | 34 | Sunny. |
Brisbane | ⛅ | 18 | 32 | Mostly sunny. |
Gatton | ⛅ | 14 | 36 | Mostly sunny. |
Ipswich | ⛅ | 13 | 35 | Mostly sunny. |
Logan Central | ⛅ | 15 | 31 | Mostly sunny. |
Maroochydore | ⛅ | 17 | 30 | Partly cloudy. |
Redcliffe | ⛅ | 18 | 29 | Mostly sunny. |
Surfers Paradise | ☀️ | 14 | 30 | Sunny. |
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