Improved seasonal forecasting for wool producers in western Queensland Pastoral Zone
About this site and project
This site provides climate information and seasonal forecasts for western Queensland primary producers. Improved seasonal climate forecasts enable stocking rates to be better matched to feed availability. This project is funded by Land, Water & Wool, an initiative of Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI) and Land & Water Australia. Read more about the project.
How to use the information on this site
Using the forecasts (on the left) is a 3 step process:
1. Interpret the probability
2. Interpret the forecast quality (skill is an indicator of our confidence in the forecasts)
3. Apply a relevant management decision.
For a full explanation read:
How to use seasonal climate forecasting.
The links below provide further information on climate forecast indicators, and explanations to help you interpret the meaning. For decision support, software and training information please see the Climate page.
More forecasts
- Madden Julian Oscillation (MJO)
A useful indicator of the timing of potential rainfall events. - Bureau of Meteorology
- Longreach Radar Image
- Latest Australian Satellite Image - James Cook University
Global satellite image for tracking tropical systems (e.g. MJO). - 10 day outlook
A short-term climate outlook for rainfall and temperature. - ENSO forecast
A summary of forecasted El Niņo and La Niņa development.
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- Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
An explanation of terms such as ENSO, El Niņo and La Niņa. - Westerly wind bursts
An early indicator of El Niņo. - Subsurface Temperature Map
An early indicator of sea surface temperatures. - Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
Latest information on climate change.
This project is funded by Land, Water & Wool, an initiative of Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI) and Land & Water Australia.
Last updated 24 October 2006
