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Four Day Forecast | QLD Region and City Round-Up

National Synoptic Situation

National Temperature and Rainfall

State conditions

QLD:

Buckle up, fellow Earth inhabitants! We've got a high loitering in the southern Tasman Sea, keeping a tight grip on the eastern Queensland ridge. A troublesome trough is stretching its arms over the west and southern interior, pulling moisture inland like a vacuum cleaner on steroids. As we head towards the weekend, the ridge will start to slack off as the high makes a run for it. The trough, on the other hand, is gearing up to deepen and make its way towards the southeast by Saturday, possibly overstaying its welcome near the coast for a few days before finally deciding to hit the road early next week. And just when you thought it was safe to step outside, a brand new trough will be making its grand entrance from Wednesday onwards. So, dear friends, as we brace ourselves for potential storms and heatwaves, remember to stay safe out there. And if you see a trough coming your way, run for cover like your life depends on it - because it just might. Stay cool, stay dry, and stay safe out there in the wild world of weather madness.

NSW and ACT:

Hold onto your hats, folks! A high pressure system is hanging out in the southern Tasman Sea, causing a moist flow to drift across eastern New South Wales. Meanwhile, a fancy trough is making an appearance in the state's far west, bringing along showers and thunderstorms for some added drama. But wait, there's more! This weekend, a trough off the far north coast is expected to join the party, cranking up the rainfall along the north coast. As if that wasn't enough, the inland trough and a fancy ridge in the east are teaming up to blast the west with some serious heat thanks to a northerly airstream. And just when you thought things couldn't get any more exciting, a strong cold front is gearing up to crash the party mid to late next week. This means more wet conditions are on the horizon, followed by a significant temperature drop that'll have you reaching for your winter woollies. So, stay safe out there, folks! Be prepared for storms, heatwaves, and everything in between. Mother Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes!

VIC:

Well, looks like we've got some interesting weather patterns coming our way. A high pressure system in the southern Tasman Sea is doing its thing, extending a weak ridge towards eastern Victoria. Meanwhile, a pesky trough is loitering near the South Australian border, causing some mischief. As the centre of the high slowly shuffles southeast, the trough will deepen and stick around eastern South Australia and western Victoria. It's like that annoying guest at a party who just won't leave. On Sunday, the trough will finally decide to move east across the State, while a cold front sneaks past Tasmania and another high casually strolls across the Bight. Just your typical weekend weather drama. But wait, there's more! Another trough decides to make an appearance on Monday, stretching across northwestern Victoria. It then deepens near the South Australian border on Tuesday, because why not keep us on our toes? So, folks, if you find yourself caught in any storm or heatwave that these weather shenanigans may bring, remember to stay safe out there. Mother Nature can be quite the prankster.

SA:

Prepare yourselves, fellow Earthlings, for a delightful mix of high pressure systems and troughs making their way across our beloved Tasmania. As the ridge extends into the south of the state, brace yourselves for some weakening action on Saturday. Keep an eye out for those sneaky troughs developing on the far west and east over the weekend - they're up to no good. And just when you thought it was safe to go outside, a trough will sweep across the south from Tuesday into Wednesday. Stay safe out there, friends, and remember to pack your sunscreen and umbrellas. Mother Nature waits for no one!

WA:

Well, isn't that just peachy? We've got ourselves a lovely little low pressure trough hovering over the northern parts of the state. And what's that? Oh dear, it looks like we might be in for some stormy weather. So, you know the drill - stay safe out there, folks. And don't forget to pack your umbrella!

TAS:

Ah, it appears we have a delightful trough nestled within a warm airmass from the north gracing our state. This charming feature will be sticking around until early next week, bringing with it the potential for some rather exciting weather events. So, be sure to buckle up and stay safe as you navigate through any storms or heatwaves that may come your way.

NT:

Get ready for some stormy weather up north and potentially scorching heat down south as a wide area of low pressure looms over Australia. Keep an eye out for those troughs making their way across the southern regions in the coming days. Remember to stay safe and be prepared for any extreme weather conditions that may come your way.

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National Storms and Rain Accumulation outlook for Saturday and Sunday

Four Day Forecasts

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Temperature and Rainfall Forecast - Access-G

Saturday, 11th January

Well, it seems like the Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders will be sizzling away with high temperatures. So, make sure to stay cool and hydrated to avoid feeling like a human marshmallow. And if storms decide to crash the party, remember to stay safe and dry. It's all fun and games until someone gets struck by lightning, after all.

Sunday, 12th January

Grab your umbrella and sunscreen, because we've got a mixed bag of weather coming our way! There's a chance of showers and thunderstorms scattered throughout the region, with some areas even facing the possibility of severe thunderstorms. So, if you hear that ominous rumble of thunder, it might be time to hunker down and stay safe. In the far southwest, it's looking partly cloudy, but don't let that fool you - the heat is still on the rise. Maximum temperatures are soaring above average in the western, central, and northern interior, as well as the Far North Queensland. Meanwhile, the southeast is looking a bit cooler, with temperatures below average. But hold on to your hats (literally), because extreme heatwave conditions are on the horizon in the northeast, with severe heatwave conditions popping up in other parts of Queensland. So, make sure to stay hydrated, seek shade, and protect yourself from the scorching sun. Mother nature may have a sense of humor, but she's not joking around when it comes to keeping safe in these stormy and sweltering conditions.

Monday, 13th January

Get ready for a mix of sunshine and scattered storms across Queensland, with some areas facing the wrath of severe thunderstorms. While temperatures may be normal in the southeast, expect things to heat up in the west and northeast - like, really heat up. We're talking extreme heatwave conditions, folks. So, stay safe out there and maybe invest in some extra fans or ice packs. Mother nature is not messing around today.

Tuesday, 14th January

Get ready to sweat it out, folks! Mother Nature is turning up the heat in central, northern, and far northern Queensland with some severe heatwave conditions. In the southwest, temperatures will be below average - a nice reprieve from the scorching sun elsewhere. Keep an eye out for isolated showers and thunderstorms in eastern, northern, and Far North Queensland, which are expected to become more widespread throughout the day. Remember to stay safe in the storms and stay hydrated in the heatwave - it's going to be a wild one out there!

Region Round-up - BOM

North Tropical Coast and Tablelands

Region Forecast: Get ready for some wild weather, folks! There's a medium chance of showers, with thunderstorms likely to crash the party in the afternoon and evening. So, hold onto your hats (and umbrellas) as you navigate the light winds. Overnight temperatures will drop to a balmy 19-24 degrees, while daytime temperatures will soar to a scorching 30-35 degrees. Stay safe out there and remember to hydrate – it's going to be a hot one!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Cairns	⛅	24	33	Partly cloudy.
Atherton	🌧	19	31	Shower or two. Possible storm.
Cooktown	⛅	24	34	Partly cloudy.
Innisfail	⛅	23	32	Partly cloudy.
Mareeba	🌧	22	33	Shower or two. Possible storm.

Herbert and Lower Burdekin

Region Forecast: Get your umbrellas ready, folks! There's a slight chance of showers in the afternoon and evening, with a potential thunderstorm lurking around in the late morning. Don't be fooled by the partly cloudy skies, as the heatwave is still in full swing with temperatures hitting the low to mid 30s. Remember to stay safe and hydrated in this stormy, hot mess of a weather forecast.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Townsville	⛅	26	32	Partly cloudy.
Ayr	⛅	24	32	Partly cloudy.
Ingham	🌧	23	35	Possible shower.

Central Coast and Whitsundays

Region Forecast: It seems like we might have a bit of a mixed bag today, with some clouds and a chance of showers popping up in the late morning and afternoon. Oh, and don't forget about the potential thunderstorm making an appearance! The winds will be doing their own little dance from north to northeasterly, before deciding to settle down as northerly breezes in the morning. Temperatures will be showing off their range, dropping to the low to mid 20s overnight and then strutting their stuff in the low to mid 30s during the day. So, make sure to stay safe out there, especially if any storms or heatwaves decide to crash the party.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Mackay	🌧	23	32	Shower or two.
Bowen	⛅	25	32	Partly cloudy.

Peninsula

Region Forecast: "Looks like Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today, with a medium chance of showers and even a thunderstorm thrown into the mix. Just what we need, right? Light winds will be playing a game of hide and seek, becoming northwest to southwesterly at 15 to 20 km/h before disappearing in the late afternoon. As if that wasn't enough, overnight temperatures will be dropping to the low to mid 20s, while daytime temperatures will be soaring to the mid to high 30s. So, make sure to stay safe and hydrated out there, folks. It's going to be a wild ride!"

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Weipa	⛅	24	34	Partly cloudy.
Coen	⛅	24	36	Partly cloudy.
Palmerville	🌧	23	35	Shower or two. Possible storm.
Thursday Island	🌧	26	33	Shower or two.

Gulf Country

Region Forecast: Expect a mix of clouds and potential for showers up north, with a slight chance of rain elsewhere. There's also a possibility of thunder rumbling in the distance. Winds will be blowing in from the north to northwest at a moderate speed, before deciding to take a break and then picking up again in the morning. Temperatures will drop to the mid to high 20s overnight, but brace yourself for a scorching 35 to 41 degrees during the day. Remember to stay safe and hydrated in the midst of these stormy heatwaves!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Normanton	🌧	27	36	Possible storm.
Burketown	⛅	26	37	Partly cloudy.
Doomadgee	🌧	26	38	Sunny morning. Possible storm.
Kowanyama	🌧	25	34	Shower or two. Possible storm.

Northern Goldfields and Upper Flinders

Region Forecast: Looks like we've got a classic case of partly cloudy skies today, with a medium chance of showers up north and a slight chance elsewhere. Oh, and don't forget about the potential thunderstorm coming our way! Winds will be all over the place, starting off from the north to northwesterly at a brisk 25 to 35 km/h, then switching it up to west to northwesterly in the morning before settling down to a more manageable north to northwesterly at 20 to 30 km/h in the evening. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the low to mid 20s, so make sure to grab an extra blanket. And during the day, get ready to sweat it out with temperatures soaring to a scorching 34 to 41 degrees. Remember, when storms and heatwaves are on the horizon, safety should always be your number one priority. Stay safe out there, folks!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Charters Towers	🌧	22	37	Shower or two. Possible storm.
Georgetown	🌧	23	35	Showers. Possible late storm.

Capricornia

Region Forecast: Looks like we've got some interesting weather ahead, with a good chance of showers and possibly even a thunderstorm. Just your typical day in paradise, right? Don't forget to hold onto your hats with those winds picking up in the morning and afternoon. Stay safe out there, folks, and remember to keep cool in the heatwave. Mother Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Gladstone	🌧	23	28	Rain. Possible storm.
Rockhampton	🌧	23	31	Showers. Possible storm.
Biloela	🌧	20	31	Rain. Possible storm.
Yeppoon	🌧	23	29	Showers. Possible storm.

Central Highlands and Coalfields

Region Forecast: Looks like we've got a mixed bag of weather coming our way. There's a high chance of showers in the east and a medium chance elsewhere. And hold onto your hats, because there's a chance of a thunderstorm, possibly severe. So, make sure you're prepared for some wild weather. Winds will be all over the place, starting from the northwest to northeasterly and then doing a little dance to northwest to southwesterly before settling back to north to northeasterly. It's like the winds can't make up their minds! Overnight temperatures will be dropping to a balmy 19 to 23 degrees, so it might be a good idea to keep a blanket handy. Daytime temperatures, on the other hand, will be reaching a scorching 31 to 38 degrees. It's like we're getting hit with a heatwave while dodging thunderstorms! Stay safe out there, folks. And remember, when Mother Nature is throwing a tantrum, it's best to stay indoors and cozy up with a good book.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Emerald	🌧	22	35	Shower or two. Possible storm.
Clermont	🌧	22	36	Possible shower or storm.
Moranbah	🌧	21	36	Shower or two. Possible storm.

Central West

Region Forecast: Grab your sunglasses and umbrellas, folks! The weather forecast for today includes a mix of sun and possible showers in the northeast, with a slim chance of rain elsewhere. Be on the lookout for thunderstorms in the late morning and afternoon, as winds shift from northwest to northeasterly to west to southwesterly to northeast to southeasterly throughout the day. With daytime temperatures soaring to a scorching 38 to 44 degrees, it's essential to stay hydrated and seek shade to avoid heat exhaustion. Remember to stay safe during storms and heatwaves by keeping an eye on weather updates and taking necessary precautions.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Longreach	☀️	25	44	Sunny.
Barcaldine	⛅	26	41	Partly cloudy.
Winton	☀️	26	45	Sunny.

North West

Region Forecast: Well, it seems like the sun will be shining mostly today, with just a slight chance of a shower up in the northeast. But don't worry, you won't need your umbrella anywhere else - rain is a big no-show. Unless you're near Mt Isa, where there's a chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon and evening. Winds will be all over the place, starting off northwest to northeasterly before doing a little dance and settling down as southeast to southwesterly. So make sure you hold onto your hat! Overnight, temperatures will drop to the mid 20s, so you might want to crack open a window for some cool air. But during the day, it's going to be a scorcher with temperatures reaching the low to mid 40s. So stay hydrated and slap on that sunscreen! Remember, if you do happen to encounter a storm or heatwave, stay safe and seek shelter. Mother Nature can be a bit unpredictable, so it's better to be prepared.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Mount Isa	☀️	22	44	Sunny.

Channel Country

Region Forecast: Looks like we're in for a scorcher today, folks! Light winds will be playing games, shifting from northeast to southeasterly in the morning before settling on southeast to southwesterly by midday. With temperatures soaring into the low to mid 40s, it's going to feel like we're living on the sun. And just to add a little excitement to the mix, there's a chance of some stormy weather later in the day. So, stay safe out there and don't forget to hydrate!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Birdsville	☀️	25	45	Sunny.
Thargomindah	⛅	26	41	Mostly sunny.

Maranoa and Warrego

Region Forecast: Ah, looks like we've got a mix of clouds and potential showers today. There's a slight chance of a shower up northeast, but pretty much nada elsewhere. Keep an eye out for thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon, especially in the far east - might even get a severe one. Winds will be doing their thing, starting off from the east to northeasterly and then switching it up to south to southwesterly, before settling back down to east to southeasterly. Nighttime temps will drop to a cozy 18 to 23 degrees, while daytime temps are expected to soar to a toasty 32 to 40 degrees. So, stay safe out there, folks! And brace yourself for any potential storms or heatwaves coming your way.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Charleville	☀️	21	37	Sunny.
Roma	🌧	18	33	Possible shower.
St George	🌧	19	32	Possible shower.
Cunnamulla	⛅	22	39	Mostly sunny.

Darling Downs and Granite Belt

Region Forecast: Looks like we've got ourselves a classic case of stormy weather on the horizon. There's a high chance of rain, particularly in the morning and afternoon, with the possibility of a thunderstorm that might pack a punch. Be prepared for heavy falls, especially in the east. Winds will be picking up speed, starting off northeasterly at 15 to 20 km/h and then shifting to easterly at 15 to 25 km/h in the early afternoon. Overnight temperatures will drop to around 18 degrees, while daytime temperatures will range from 24 to 30 degrees. Stay safe out there, folks! And remember, when Mother Nature decides to throw a tantrum, it's best to hunker down and ride out the storm.

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Dalby	🌧	19	26	Possible storm, heavy falls.
Goondiwindi	🌧	19	28	Showers. Possible storm.
Toowoomba	🌧	18	20	Rain. Possible storm.
Warwick	🌧	17	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Stanthorpe	🌧	16	21	Rain. Possible storm.

Wide Bay and Burnett

Region Forecast: Well, it appears we have some rather ominous clouds looming over us today. There is a very high chance of rain, particularly in the morning and afternoon. And brace yourselves, there is even a possibility of a thunderstorm, and it might be a severe one at that. Heavy falls could occur inland, so you may want to prepare accordingly. The winds will start off light but will pick up to northeasterly at 15 to 20 km/h in the morning before becoming light again in the evening. As for temperatures, overnight it will drop to between 18 and 21 degrees, while daytime temperatures will reach the mid to high 20s. So, it seems we are in for a bit of a mixed bag today. Remember to stay safe and dry out there, especially if the storm hits. And be sure to take precautions during heatwaves to avoid any discomfort or health risks. Stay safe, folks!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Bundaberg	🌧	21	26	Rain. Possible storm.
Gympie	🌧	20	24	Rain. Possible storm.
Hervey Bay	🌧	21	27	Rain. Possible storm.
Kingaroy	🌧	18	24	Possible storm, heavy falls.
Maryborough	🌧	20	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Gayndah	🌧	20	26	Possible storm, heavy falls.

Southeast Coast

Region Forecast: Prepare yourselves for a potential shower or two, with a strong possibility of some thunder and lightning to spice things up. Winds will start off light, but may pick up to a gentle east to northeasterly breeze in the afternoon before calming down in the evening. Make sure to keep an eye on the thermometer, as overnight temperatures could dip to a balmy 18 to 21 degrees, while daytime highs will hover in the low to mid 20s. Stay safe out there and don't let the storm clouds rain on your parade!

Location	Icon	Min Temp (°C)	Max Temp (°C)	Description
Beaudesert	🌧	19	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Brisbane	🌧	21	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Gatton	🌧	19	24	Rain. Possible storm.
Ipswich	🌧	20	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Logan Central	🌧	19	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Maroochydore	🌧	21	25	Rain. Possible storm.
Redcliffe	🌧	21	26	Rain. Possible storm.
Surfers Paradise	🌧	19	25	Rain. Possible storm.

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