Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones
for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.
Issued at 3:28 pm Thursday, 25 December 2025.
Severe thunderstorms continuing across the state.
Weather Situation
Severe thunderstorms are continuing across broad parts of the state in a very moist airmass.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in the Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast districts. Locations which may be affected include Maroochydore, Gympie, Emerald, Rockhampton, Clermont and Kingaroy.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Southeast Coast district. Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Cleveland, Beenleigh, Mount Tamborine and North Stradbroke Island.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Maranoa and Warrego district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
117.5 mm WAS RECORDED AT CANIA DAM IN THE 3 HOURS TO 5:48 AM.
119.0 mm WAS RECORDED AT BLUE HILLS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 7:59 AM.
68 mm was recorded at Sardine Creek in the 1 hour to 11:24 am.
85.0 mm was recorded at Caniaview the 3 hours to 5:42 am.
52 mm was recorded at Ravensbourne in 1 hour to 9:45 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Maranoa and Warrego
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.
The next warning is due to be issued by 6:30 pm.
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.
Forecast
Monsildale (26.6982°S, 152.3983°E, 260m AMSL) Monsildale,QLD set as my default location ›
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7 day forecast
Monsildale 7 day forecast
Today: Partly cloudy. Medium chance of rain. The chance of a thunderstorm, possibly severe with heavy rain which may lead to flash flooding. Light winds.
Forecast for Monsildale (26.6982°S, 152.3983°E, 260m AMSL) Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Summary 
Minimum 21° 21° 18° 17° 17° 15° 16° Maximum 30° 25° 22° 23° 24° 25° 28° Chance of rain 90% 90% 70% 70% 10% 30% 5% Likely amount 10-20mm 1-5mm 1-5mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm < 1mm UV index Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Extreme Fire Danger Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating No Rating - - - Frost risk Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm 9am 3pm Wind speed 9
(km/h)8
(km/h)14
(km/h)17
(km/h)14
(km/h)15
(km/h)12
(km/h)13
(km/h)14
(km/h)16
(km/h)10
(km/h)13
(km/h)4
(km/h)10
(km/h)Wind direction NW NNW SSE SE SE SE SE SE SSE SE SSE ESE NNE ENE Relative humidity 72% 76% 84% 70% 83% 75% 74% 64% 61% 53% 58% 50% 54% 45% Dew point 22°C 23°C 20°C 19°C 18°C 17°C 17°C 16°C 14°C 14°C 14°C 14°C 15°C 15°C First light 4:27am 4:28am 4:28am 4:29am 4:30am 4:30am 4:31am Sunrise 4:54am 4:54am 4:55am 4:55am 4:56am 4:57am 4:57am Sunset 6:43pm 6:44pm 6:44pm 6:44pm 6:45pm 6:45pm 6:45pm Last light 7:09pm 7:10pm 7:10pm 7:11pm 7:11pm 7:11pm 7:12pm -
Sunrise and sunset times
Sunrise / Sunset for Monsildale (26.6982°S, 152.3983°E, 260m AMSL) First light Sunrise Sunset Last light Moon rise Moon set Moon phase First quarter Full moon Last quarter New moon 4:27am EST 4:54am EST 6:43pm EST 7:09pm EST 9:14am EST 10:23pm EST 
Waxing crescent
First quarter Dec 28 Full moon Jan 03 Last quarter Jan 11 New moon Jan 19 Monsildale sun & moon times
ThursdayFirst light4:27am
ESTSunrise4:54am
ESTSunset6:43pm
ESTLast light7:09pm
ESTMoon phase
Next OccurrenceMoon riseThu
9:14am
ESTMoon setThu
10:23pm
ESTFirst quarterFirst quarter Sun
Dec 28
Full moonFull moon Sat
Jan 03
Last quarterLast quarter Sun
Jan 11
New moonNew moon Mon
Jan 19
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Warnings
Weather Warnings
Thu 3:28pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDThu 3:28pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall, Damaging Winds And Large Hailstones
for Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast Forecast Districts.
Issued at 3:28 pm Thursday, 25 December 2025.
Severe thunderstorms continuing across the state.
Weather Situation
Severe thunderstorms are continuing across broad parts of the state in a very moist airmass.
HEAVY RAINFALL, DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES for the following areas:
Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in the Wide Bay and Burnett and parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast districts. Locations which may be affected include Maroochydore, Gympie, Emerald, Rockhampton, Clermont and Kingaroy.
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding over the next several hours in parts of the Southeast Coast district. Locations which may be affected include Gold Coast, Cleveland, Beenleigh, Mount Tamborine and North Stradbroke Island.
Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Maranoa and Warrego district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
117.5 mm WAS RECORDED AT CANIA DAM IN THE 3 HOURS TO 5:48 AM.
119.0 mm WAS RECORDED AT BLUE HILLS IN THE 6 HOURS TO 7:59 AM.
68 mm was recorded at Sardine Creek in the 1 hour to 11:24 am.
85.0 mm was recorded at Caniaview the 3 hours to 5:42 am.
52 mm was recorded at Ravensbourne in 1 hour to 9:45 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Maranoa and Warrego
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.
The next warning is due to be issued by 6:30 pm.
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.Thu 3:00pm UTC Coastal wind warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland
Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Thursday 25 December 2025
for the period until midnight EST Friday 26 December 2025
Wind Warnings for Friday 26 December
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sunshine Coast Waters and Gold Coast Waters
The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Thursday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
================================================================================Thu 2:52pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland
for Somerset, Scenic Rim, South Burnett, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay Council Areas.
Issued at 2:52 pm Thursday, 25 December 2025.
Warning for the following areas:
Queensland Anonymous Locale 1
Severe thunderstorms in the warning area have temporarily eased. However, the redevelopment of severe thunderstorms remains possible. The situation is being closely monitored and further detailed warnings will be issued as necessary.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Sunshine Coast,Gold Coast,South Burnett,Scenic Rim,Somerset,Moreton Bay
Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast districts.
Other warnings may be current.
The next warning is due to be issued by 3:55 pm.
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.Thu 2:52pm UTC Severe thunderstorm advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland
for Somerset, Scenic Rim, South Burnett, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay Council Areas.
Issued at 2:52 pm Thursday, 25 December 2025.
Warning for the following areas:
Queensland Anonymous Locale 1
Severe thunderstorms in the warning area have temporarily eased. However, the redevelopment of severe thunderstorms remains possible. The situation is being closely monitored and further detailed warnings will be issued as necessary.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Sunshine Coast,Gold Coast,South Burnett,Scenic Rim,Somerset,Moreton Bay
Emergency services advise people to:
* Never drive, walk, play or ride through floodwater. It is dangerous.
* Stay away from storm water drains.
* Stay away from fallen powerlines.
* Drive slowly and never drive through floodwaters. If the road is flooded or damaged, go another way.
* For storm help, call the SES on 132 500 or download the free SES Assistance QLD app.
A more general severe thunderstorm warning is also current for parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Central West, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Maranoa and Warrego, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast districts.
Other warnings may be current.
The next warning is due to be issued by 3:55 pm.
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.Thu 8:17am UTC Flood warning QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations
Initial Moderate Flood Warning For Baffle Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Kolan River
Issued at 08:17 AM AEST on Thursday 25 December 2025
Flood Warning Number: 1
MODERATE FLOODING POSSIBLE AT ESSENDEAN BRIDGE FRIDAY MORNING
MINOR FLOODING LIKELY AT BUCCA WEIR THURSDAY MORNING
Heavy rainfall has been observed across the Kolan River and Baffle Creek catchments over the last few days resulting in river and creek level rises. Moderate flooding is possible along Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge from Friday morning. Minor flooding is likely at Bucca Weir from Thursday morning.
Kolan River:
Minor flooding is likely along the Kolan River at Bucca Weir.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir is currently at 17.02 m AHD and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Kolan River at Bucca Weir is likely to reach around the minor flood level (17.50 m AHD) Thursday morning.
Baffle Creek:
Moderate flooding is possible along the Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge is currently at 2.27 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge is likely to exceed the minor flood level (5.00 m) overnight Thursday into Friday. The creek may reach around the moderate flood level (6.20 m) Friday morning.
Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.
Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 10:00 AM AEST on Friday 26 December 2025.
Latest River Heights:
Calliope River at Castlehope,0.40,steady,7:16 am Thu 25/12/25
Boyne River at Awoonga Dam,30.95,steady,7:56 am Thu 25/12/25
Boyne River at Benaraby,1.37,falling,6:54 am Thu 25/12/25
Gladstone Tide,1.81,rising,7:34 am Thu 25/12/25
Baffle Creek at Mimdale,4.26,rising,7:23 am Thu 25/12/25
Baffle Creek at Essendean Bridge,2.27,rising,7:53 am Thu 25/12/25
Euleilah Creek at Hills Road,0.58,steady,8:08 am Thu 25/12/25
Baffle Creek at Barnetts Road,0.02,steady,8:11 am Thu 25/12/25
Kolan River at Springfield,0.85,steady,7:08 am Thu 25/12/25
Kolan River at Fred Haigh Dam HW,-1.52,steady,8:00 am Thu 25/12/25
Gin Gin Creek at Gin Gin,1.33,falling,7:00 am Thu 25/12/25
Kolan River at Bucca Weir,17.02,rising,7:54 am Thu 25/12/25
This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.Wed 1:54pm UTC Severe weather advice QLDAustralian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland
TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST
Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland
Issued at 01:54 PM EST on Wednesday 24 December 2025
Valid for Wednesday 24 December 2025 to Saturday 27 December 2025
Cancellation for the following areas:
Wide Bay and Burnett and Southeast Coast
Safety Advice:
Hot weather can still occur even when a heatwave has ended.
It may take some days to recover from a heatwave.
You should continue to take care of yourself and others, including animals.
Maximum temperatures in the high twenties to mid thirties with overnight minimum temperatures in high teens to low twenties.
No further warnings will be issued for this event, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings issued if necessary.For extended forecasts and greater detail visit weather zone°- Severe Storm Warning ( Rain, Winds & Hail) Wide Bay & Burnett & C Highlands & Coalfields, CW, Capricornia, Darling Downs & Granite Belt
- Severe Storm Warning ( Rain, Winds & Hail) Wide Bay & Burnett & C Highlands & Coalfields, CW, Capricornia, Darling Downs & Granite Belt
- Strong Wind Warning for Friday for Sunshine Coast Waters and Gold Coast Waters
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland Somerset, Scenic Rim, South Burnett, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast & Moreton Bay Council
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Southeast Queensland Somerset, Scenic Rim, South Burnett, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast & Moreton Bay Council
- Initial Moderate Flood Warning For Baffle Creek And Minor Flood Warning For The Kolan River
- Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland Queensland
- Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland Queensland
- Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland Queensland
- Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland Queensland
- Cancellation Of Heatwave Warning For Queensland Queensland
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Temperature for next 7 days
0 Thursday Thursday 30 1 Friday Friday 25 2 Saturday Saturday 22 3 Sunday Sunday 23 4 Monday Monday 24 5 Tuesday Tuesday 25 6 Wednesday Wednesday 28 7 Wednesday Wednesday 28 -
Rain for next 7 days
0 Thursday Thursday 20 1 Friday Friday 5 2 Saturday Saturday 5 3 Sunday Sunday 0 4 Monday Monday 0 5 Tuesday Tuesday 0 6 Wednesday Wednesday 0 7 Wednesday Wednesday 0
