Queenslanders can look forward to largely fine conditions over the Easter long weekend, with widespread sunshine expected to dominate despite occasional bursts of coastal rain. Forecasters say much of the state will enjoy clear skies and mild temperatures, although intermittent showers are likely to move through coastal regions in short-lived spells.
Queenslanders can look forward to largely fine conditions over the Easter long weekend, with widespread sunshine expected to dominate despite occasional bursts of coastal rain.
Forecasters say much of the state will enjoy clear skies and mild temperatures, although intermittent showers are likely to move through coastal regions in short-lived spells.
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, these "stop-start" showers are expected to stretch from the Gold Coast to areas north of Townsville, but rainfall totals are forecast to remain relatively light - unlikely to exceed 20 millimetres across the four-day break.
Senior meteorologist Angus Hines said the overall outlook remains positive for outdoor plans.
"There'll be plenty of blue sky around," he said. "While the forecast is a bit mixed at times, there should be good opportunities right across the state to enjoy fine and sunny weather."
However, conditions will differ in Far North Queensland, where more persistent rainfall is expected to continue throughout the week. Coastal communities between Cairns and Cardwell may experience heavier showers and isolated thunderstorms as the region transitions out of the wet season.
"We're nearing the end of the wet season, but there's still enough moisture to produce some heavier falls across the northern tropics and the Cape York Peninsula," Hines said.
The ongoing wet conditions come as some communities continue recovery efforts following Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle, which crossed Cape York Peninsula on March 20. Property owners in affected areas are still clearing debris, with calls for additional state and federal assistance.
Hines noted the season has been unusually wet for many parts of the state, with a gradual shift now underway towards drier, cooler winter conditions.
Elsewhere, inland Queensland is expected to remain dry and settled, with clear skies forecast across central, southern and western regions.
A high-pressure system moving in from the south is expected to maintain stable conditions, bringing light easterly winds and temperatures slightly below average, generally in the mid to high 20s.
Temperatures may edge up slightly as the weekend progresses, accompanied by a modest return of humidity.
Boaters are advised to monitor forecasts closely, with the potential for strong wind warnings as south-easterly winds of 15 to 20 knots develop along parts of the coast.
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