STORMY SKYS

02/07/2026

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Find out about cool-season tornadoes in southern Australia, and how we forecast and assess them

25/06/2026

Weather update.

Unseasonable showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact inland parts of eastern Australia over the next week.

These showers and storms will first develop near an inland trough that should form on Friday and weaken on Sunday. A second, stronger trough will move over New South Wales and southern Queensland early next week, bringing further showers and storms.

However, details of the location and amount of rainfall from these systems are still evolving. Different computer weather models, which help predict the weather, are showing a range of possibilities, depending on where the troughs form and how they develop.

The Australian (ACCESS) and European (EC) models both show an increase in rainfall over inland parts of NSW and southern Qld, but the locations of the heaviest falls vary. They also agree that only low rainfall totals are to be expected over South Australia.

There is less model agreement about Victoria, with the Australian model forecasting more rainfall over the Northern Plains.

Bureau meteorologists use these models, along with other computer data, observations and local knowledge, to create the official rainfall forecast. As the models and observations continue to update over the coming days, so will our forecasts.

Stay up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings at www.bom.gov.au or on the BOM Weather App.

09/06/2026

Weather update see here.

The World Meteorological Organization has not minced its words when issuing a clear climate warning for the coming months: Prepare for El Niño.

28/05/2026

As seen on 7 News 7NEWS Brisbane and

Severe thunderstorms dumped torrential rain and destructive hail across the state. 📌 MORE: 7news.link/4uGR2Kc

25/05/2026

Weather update:

24/05/2026

Wether update.

It will be a wet end to autumn this week for most of the south-east, after a very dry season.

Rain will be generated by a low pressure system and broad surface trough, which are tapping into tropical moisture over northern Australia.

However, the situation is still evolving. Different computer weather models, which help predict the weather, are showing a range of rainfall possibilities for the 5 days between Sunday and Thursday night.

While most areas will see some rain, there are still differences as to where the highest totals will be.

The Australian (ACCESS) and European (EC) models agree on moderate to heavy rainfall over southern South Australia, northern New South Wales, southern inland Queensland and eastern Tasmania. Some of these areas could see localised flooding.

The consensus is not as strong over southern NSW, Victoria and south-east Queensland. For example, the Australian model is forecasting 5-day totals of up to 50 mm over south-east Queensland, but the European model currently suggests around 10 mm.

It is not uncommon to see differences in the models when forecasting for weather systems that move quickly, and which can change rapidly depending on a range of factors.

Bureau meteorologists take into account these various, differing sources of information, along with local knowledge, to arrive at a best forecast for how much rain will fall. This is then issued as our official forecast. As weather models continue to update over the coming days, so will our forecasts.

Make sure you stay up-to-date with the latest forecasts and warnings as weather systems evolve via our website www.bom.gov.au or the BOM Weather app.

18/05/2026

As seen on

18/05/2026

As seen on 7NEWS Brisbane

Meteorologists say the city is experiencing it's worst May flooding in 11 years. 📌 DETAILS: 7news.link/4tJ50d8

18/05/2026

Current Radar !

18/05/2026

Heavy rainfall occurring about the Gold Coast and Hinterland.

Weather Situation: A coastal trough about far southeast Queensland has produced widespread moderate rainfall today, and has become heavy in the Gold Coast and Hinterland region this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Coolangatta and Springbrook.
Safety advice
Emergency services advise people to:

* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and emergency services would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

The next warning is due to be issued by 8:20 pm.