A severe heatwave in parts of Far North Queensland looks set to enter its fourth straight week.
Weipa has sweated through 39 consecutive days above 36 degrees Celsius and has recorded its highest-ever November temperature.
Heatwave conditions are forecast to ease later next week.
The town of Weipa in Far North Queensland has continued to set weather records during a prolonged heatwave, now reaching 39 consecutive days of temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius.
Parts of Cape York Peninsula and neighbouring Gulf Country have been subject to a severe heatwave warning since the end of October.
It has continued unabated for more than two weeks, with conditions increasing from "severe" to "extreme" for about a week from November 5.
On Tuesday, Weipa also had its hottest November day, with the mercury hitting 39.9C.
Yesterday, the town also matched its 2024 record of 17 consecutive days of temperatures above 37C.
Even long-term locals accustomed to Cape York's hot weather have found the recent spell a bit hard to bear.
Weipa baker Josh Lyon said the "relentless" heat had sent sales of water and cold drinks "through the roof" and even affected his bread dough.
The Cape Animal Protection Shelter based in the town said it had changed its opening hours to protect its dogs and volunteers from the heat.