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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Report Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Mackay’s forecast today shows a high of 29°C with a 60% chance of afternoon showers, as seen in the live forecast above. This signals a typical late-summer pattern, with humidity building ahead of a possible coastal trough.
What are the detailed temperature and rain ranges for Mackay this week?
The live forecast above indicates daytime highs between 28°C and 31°C, with overnight lows of 21°C to 23°C over the next seven days. Rainfall probabilities sit at 40–70% on most afternoons, driven by moisture-laden easterly winds. For a longer view, the 14 day weather forecast mackay suggests a gradual drying trend into early next week, though isolated storms remain possible. If you’re planning further ahead, the 30 day weather forecast mackay points to above-average humidity through late February.
How accurate is the long-range forecast for Mackay?
The bom weather mackay 7 days outlook has high reliability, but the 10 day weather forecast mackay and longer-term models (including the mackay weather forecast 21 days) carry lower confidence due to tropical influences. Use the live forecast above as your baseline for daily decisions, and check severe weather updates if a trough develops.
Will Mackay see any thunderstorms this week?
Yes, likely on three to four days this week, particularly in the afternoons when sea-breeze convergence peaks. Storms should be brief, but may bring localised heavy falls and gusty winds.
What’s the best time to visit the beach in Mackay?
Early mornings (before 10am) offer calmer winds and lower UV, though showers are least likely from late morning to midday. Check the live forecast above for the day’s rain window.
Does the long range weather forecast mackay predict a cyclone?
No current cyclone risk is modelled for the next two weeks. However, the 30 day weather forecast mackay indicates the monsoon trough may become active, so monitor the Bureau of Meteorology’s updates.
For broader conditions across the state, visit our Australia weather hub or check Brisbane Weather and Severe Weather Warning page for regional alerts.