Widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected across Queensland on Saturday, February 14, 2026, driven by a surface trough affecting western regions of the state. The Bureau of Meteorology warns of potential flooding in some areas, particularly in the south-eastern parts. Rain is anticipated to gradually ease by nightfall, but heavy showers will persist across other regions throughout the evening.
In New South Wales, rain will sweep through the north-east, with moderate to heavy falls predicted from Tweed Heads to the Border Ranges. Coastal cities, including Newcastle, Sydney, and Wollongong, are also expected to experience showers. Afternoon thunderstorms may develop in the north-west, while many inland areas will enjoy clearer conditions. Sydney will see cloudy skies with light rain and a temperature around 26 degrees Celsius.
Weather Conditions Across Australia
Tasmania will begin with cloudy conditions, which will clear from the west and south, although some cloud cover will linger along the east coast. A slight chance of showers exists between St Helens and Port Arthur. Hobart is forecasted to reach 22 degrees, while Launceston will see a high of 24 degrees.
In Victoria, patchy fog and cloud will give way to a mostly sunny day, with light winds lifting temperatures. Melbourne is expected to have morning cloud before an afternoon high of 24 degrees. Further north, Mildura could reach 34 degrees.
South Australia will experience cloudy conditions and isolated showers over the Eyre Peninsula in the morning, transitioning into a sunny day. Temperatures are expected to rise into the 30s inland, with Adelaide forecasted to reach 33 degrees. Warmer conditions are anticipated on Sunday as northerly winds strengthen.
Western Australia will see some cloud and isolated showers along the south coast in the morning before clearing. A trough will move over the coast later in the day, bringing gusty winds and showers towards Albany by midnight. Perth will start hot at 35 degrees before cooler winds arrive in the evening.
In the Northern Territory, Alice Springs will enjoy a dry day with temperatures peaking at 30 degrees. Heavy showers and storms are expected in the Kimberley region, with flash flooding a possibility. Darwin will experience showers and storms with a slightly cooler high of 30 degrees.
As we look ahead to Sunday, rain will continue in parts of New South Wales and Queensland, with cooler temperatures across the eastern coast, around 23 degrees in Brisbane and 26 degrees in Sydney. Meanwhile, warmer conditions will develop in Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra, and Hobart. Perth will cool down to 26 degrees, while the northern regions will remain unsettled with ongoing rain and thunderstorms.
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