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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Australia Current Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

Queensland is currently under multiple weather warnings, including severe thunderstorm and flood watches, primarily affecting the southeast and parts of the north. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a super storm warning for qld today for the southeast, with damaging winds and heavy rain expected through the afternoon.

Which areas are affected by today’s warnings?

The storm warning south east queensland today covers Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast, with the potential for flash flooding. For those checking a qld weather warnings today map, the most active zones stretch from the border north to Gympie, and inland to the Darling Downs. In the north, separate warnings for the Herbert and Lower Burdekin districts are active, so north qld weather warnings today focus on heavy rainfall and possible river rises.

What should you expect tomorrow and beyond?

Looking at qld weather warnings tomorrow, the trough is likely to shift north, easing the southeast but increasing risks for the central coast and Capricornia regions. A qld weather warnings map updated this morning shows a broad area of low pressure lingering, so keep an eye on local conditions if you’re traveling. For the latest, check our Severe Weather Warning page or the Weather Radar for real-time updates.

Current WarningsSevere thunderstorm, flood watch, and coastal hazard
Affected RegionsSoutheast, North Queensland, Central Coast
Primary RisksDamaging winds, heavy rain, flash flooding
Issued ByBureau of Meteorology
What is a super storm warning for qld today?

It’s a Bureau of Meteorology alert for severe thunderstorms that may produce destructive winds, large hail, or torrential rain. Today’s warning covers the southeast, with localised damage possible.

How can I view a qld weather warnings today map?

The Bureau of Meteorology website offers an interactive map showing all current warnings. You can also use our Weather Warning page for a text-based summary of affected zones.

Will north qld weather warnings today affect Cairns?

Yes, parts of the north including Cairns are under a flood watch. Heavy rain is forecast, but severe thunderstorm warnings are currently focused on the southeast and central regions.