28/01/2026
Heavy rainfall increasing in North Queensland again.
After some heavy falls over the last couple of days rainfall eases back slightly for the tropical coast, with scattered showers expected to continue but because of the renewed development potential from Tropical Low 18U, far northwestern Queensland may be looking at some heavy falls this weekend.
Forecast models have just jumped on board with the potential for the low to strengthen this weekend as it moves south of Mornington Island, however regardless of development heavy rainfall in these areas can be expected.
Falls between 100-250mm increasing to as much as 400mm in a few spots closer to the coast are possible, which is a big concern for these areas currently still facing significant flooding. It is too early to say exactly what areas are going to see what rainfall, but it is safe to assume some moderate to locally heavy falls around Normanton, Burketown, Gregory and Domadgee are likely.
Stay safe, feel free to ask away your questions in the comments and stay dry this weekend. Rainfall will slowly begin to ramp up over the next few days. Cheers Josh.