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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Southern Pulse Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Kempsey, on the Macleay River about 40 kilometres inland from the coast, is looking at a mild and partly cloudy day. The live forecast above shows the current conditions, with a moderate chance of a shower later this afternoon and light south-easterly breezes.
What’s driving Kempsey’s pattern this week?
A slow-moving trough over the northern tablelands is drawing moisture from the Coral Sea, keeping the chance of isolated showers in the forecast for Kempsey through the middle of the week. The kempsey weather radar at the Bureau of Meteorology shows patchy rain bands moving in from the east, but nothing heavy is expected. Maximums will sit in the mid-20s Celsius, with overnight lows around 16–18°C. For a detailed look ahead, check the weather in kempsey 10 days outlook on the live feed above.
How does Kempsey’s inland setting affect the forecast?
Kempsey sits on the Macleay River floodplain, roughly 30 kilometres from the coast at South West Rocks. This inland position means sea breezes arrive later in the day, often moderating afternoon heat. The kempsey weather bom page notes that fog can form on calm winter mornings, but in summer the river valley funnels north-easterlies, occasionally bringing a humid feel. For those planning ahead, the kempsey weather 14 day trend suggests a drying pattern from the weekend.
What’s the best source for Kempsey weather hourly updates?
The Bureau of Meteorology’s kempsey weather hourly graph on its website gives you a rolling 48-hour breakdown of temperature, wind and rain probability. It’s updated every 10 minutes from the airport automatic weather station.
Where can I find the 30 day weather forecast for Kempsey?
Extended outlooks like the 30 day weather forecast kempsey are available on Weatherzone and Elders Weather. These use long-range models and are best used as a trend guide, not a day-by-day certainty.
Does Kempsey get severe weather warnings?
Yes. The Bureau issues warnings for heavy rain, east coast lows and occasional summer storms. Check the kempsey weather elders page or our Severe Weather Warning page for active alerts.
Sources
For broader conditions across the state, visit our Australia weather hub or check Sydney Weather and Brisbane Weather for comparison. For those wanting the weather in kempsey tomorrow, the live forecast above includes the next 48-hour window.