Weather bureau: Moreton Bay forecast for a mild weekend
Dr Christa Pudmenzky explains how November temperatures are increasing in Moreton Bay. Plus, Kippa-Ring resident Peter discusses the changes he's seeing along the coast.
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Moreton Bay has had a cooler week than Brisbane, avoiding today's high of 37 degrees in the west of the city.
This weekend will be mild, with temperatures around 24 degrees, light winds and possible showers on Sunday.
Despite the cooler weekend, hot November temperatures are becoming more "normal" in Moreton Bay, where a typical November day is more than one degree warmer than it was 50 years ago - a significant increase.
Last year recorded one of the hottest Novembers in 50 years - when temperatures were averaged across the month, a normal November day was almost 27 degrees.
Similar warming can be seen across southeast Queensland.
Voices from your community
Kippa-Ring resident Peter was alarmed by some of the changes he noticed in his coastal suburb.
"We live close to the sea so changes are more subtle than those experienced by people 50 kilometres inland," he said.
"However, it is drier and hotter, the weather is more extreme and storms are more violent.
"We try not to use the air conditioner except on ultra still, hot days.
"Sea level seems to be rising , which is noticeable when crossing the (Houghton) Highway Bridge."
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Fast fact
A summery day can put our furry friends at risk of heat stress.
For instance, on hot, calm days the air closest to the ground can be up to ten degrees warmer than the air we feel - an important consideration when heading out for walkies.
Pets can also be at risk of heat stress in cars.
A test by Ambulance Victoria during a 29 degree day found car interiors can heat by up to 60 degrees within twenty minutes.
Dr Christa Pudmenzky is a climate scientist at the University of Southern Queensland.
This column is part of a collaboration between Monash University and News Corp to deliver hyperlocal weather and climate information.
Questions? You can email us at mcccrh@monash.edu