A cold front is pushing up Australia's east coast. It is delivering severe conditions to southeast Queensland, including the Gold Coast, on October 5, 2026. Large hail, strong winds, and thunderstorms are all expected.

The weather pattern is developing rapidly, and conditions could worsen before midday. Residents across the Gold Coast and parts of the region are being urged to prepare ahead of time.

Australian news outlets called the conditions severe. Large hail can damage vehicles and rooftops, and damaging winds may knock out power across wide areas. Residents should keep an eye on forecast warnings and take steps to stay safe before the storms arrive.