At 5.30pm, the bureau said while the immediate threat of severe thunderstorms across south-east Queensland had passed but there was potential for further thunderstorm development.

At 6.15pm, an updated warning was issued for a supercell moving towards Gin Gin in the Bundaberg region with the threat of very large hail and destructive winds.

"Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and large hailstones over the next several hours in parts of the Central Highlands and Coalfields, Capricornia, Wide Bay and Burnett, Darling Downs and Granite Belt and Southeast Coast districts," the warning said.

"Locations which may be affected include Maryborough, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Biloela, Blackwater, Taroom, Monto, Rolleston, Baralaba, Calliope, Mount Morgan and Rainbow Beach."

"Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce destructive winds, heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding and very large hailstones over the next several hours in parts of the Wide Bay and Burnett district. Locations which may be affected include Bundaberg and Gin Gin.

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advised residents to move their car under cover or away from trees, secure loose outdoor items, seek shelter and avoid driving or walking through flood waters.

Brisbane is expected to see showers and light winds throughout the week with a top of 31 on Wednesday.

For emergency assistance, contact the SES on 132 500.