Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Australia

Final Flood Watch For Sydney Illawarra Coast, South Coast And Snowy Catchments
Issued at 01:00 PM AEST on Thursday 03 July 2025
Flood Watch Number: 5
FLOODING IS NO LONGER EXPECTED FOR THE ILLAWARRA COAST AND SOUTH COAST

Upper Coxs River
Colo River
Macdonald River
Northern Sydney
Southern Sydney
Parramatta River
Cooks River
Georges and Woronora Rivers
Illawarra Coast
Clyde River
Moruya and Deua Rivers
Tuross River
Bega River
Towamba River
Snowy River

Flood warnings are current for the following catchment(s) : Snowy.
Flooding is no longer expected in the following catchment(s): Upper Coxs, Colo, Macdonald, Northern Sydney, Southern Sydney, Parramatta, Cooks, Georges and Woronora, Illawarra Coast, Clyde, Moruya and Deua, Tuross, Bega and Towamba.

For the latest flood and weather warnings see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings
For the latest rainfall and river level information see http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
This is a final Flood Watch. No further watches will be issued for this event.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Hawkesbury River
Issued at 11:59 AM AEST on Thursday 03 July 2025
Flood Warning Number: 8

MINOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT NORTH RICHMOND
A vigorous low pressure system has resulted in moderate to heavy rainfall over the Hawkesbury Nepean River catchment during Tuesday into Wednesday. This has resulted in river level rises along the Hawkesbury and Nepean Rivers.
Minor flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River at North Richmond. The Nepean River at Penrith has peaked below the minor flood level and river levels are falling.
No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days.

Hawkesbury and Lower Nepean River:
Minor flooding is occurring along the Hawkesbury River.
The Nepean River at Penrith peaked at 3.31 m around 06:00 am Thursday 3 July, below the minor flood level. The Nepean River at Penrith is currently at 3.18 m and falling.
The Nepean River at Penrith is likely to remain below the minor flood level (3.90 m).

The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS is currently at 3.92 m and rising, with minor flooding.
The Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS may reach around 4.50 m Thursday afternoon, with minor flooding.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.ses.nsw.gov.au.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 06:00 PM AEST on Thursday 03 July 2025.

Latest River Heights:
Wollondilly River at Jooriland,3.164,falling,9:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Kowmung River at Cedar Ford,1.219,steady,10:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Nattai River at Smallwoods Crossing,0.632,falling,10:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Warragamba River at Warragamba Dam,0.148,steady,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Nepean River at Menangle Bridge,3.43,falling,11:41 am Thu 03/07/25
Nepean River at Camden Weir,2.66,falling,11:41 am Thu 03/07/25
Nepean River at Wallacia Weir,1.331,falling,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Nepean River at Penrith,3.101,falling,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Nepean River at Yarramundi,1.333,steady,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Grose River at Grose Wold (Burralow),1.217,steady,10:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Hawkesbury River at North Richmond WPS,3.922,rising,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Hawkesbury River at Windsor PWD,3.09,rising,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Colo River at Upper Colo SWC,1.598,steady,10:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Macdonald River at St Albans,0.38,steady,10:15 am Thu 03/07/25
Hawkesbury River at Sackville,1.12,steady,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Hawkesbury River at Lower Portland,0.51,falling,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25
Hawkesbury River at Webbs Ck (Wisemans Ferry),0.34,rising,11:45 am Thu 03/07/25

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Marine Wind Warning Summary for New South Wales

Issued at 11:16 AM EST on Thursday 03 July 2025
for the period until midnight EST Friday 04 July 2025

Wind Warnings for Thursday 03 July
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast and Illawarra Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Sydney Enclosed Waters, Byron Coast, Coffs Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

Wind Warnings for Friday 04 July
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 4:05 pm EST Thursday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Cancellation of Coastal Hazard Warning

for Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:08 am Thursday, 3 July 2025.


Damaging surf conditions for central and southern NSW now easing

Weather Situation
A series of low pressure systems remain in the Tasman Sea. A secondary low that was moving northwards just offshore from the NSW coast has begun to weaken. Strong to gale force south to southwesterly winds around these lows are still generating large and powerful south to southeasterly waves today, but these are no longer expected to be damaging.
cancellation of coastal hazard warning for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast
Damaging surf conditions are no longer occurring in NSW.
A HAZARDOUS SURF WARNING from Eden to Macquarie Coasts is still current. Refer http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of fallen power lines.
* Don't walk, ride or drive through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Beware of fallen trees or debris on the road.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Cancellation of Coastal Hazard Warning

for Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast Forecast Districts.

Issued at 10:08 am Thursday, 3 July 2025.


Damaging surf conditions for central and southern NSW now easing

Weather Situation
A series of low pressure systems remain in the Tasman Sea. A secondary low that was moving northwards just offshore from the NSW coast has begun to weaken. Strong to gale force south to southwesterly winds around these lows are still generating large and powerful south to southeasterly waves today, but these are no longer expected to be damaging.
cancellation of coastal hazard warning for the following areas:
Mid North Coast, Hunter, Metropolitan, Illawarra and South Coast
Damaging surf conditions are no longer occurring in NSW.
A HAZARDOUS SURF WARNING from Eden to Macquarie Coasts is still current. Refer http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/warnings/


The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Keep clear of fallen power lines.
* Don't walk, ride or drive through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* Beware of fallen trees or debris on the road.
* Stay vigilant and monitor conditions.

No further warnings will be issued for this event.
Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts, the Bureau's website at www.bom.gov.au or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

Hazardous Surf Warning for New South Wales

Issued at 04:10 AM EST on Thursday 03 July 2025

Weather Situation
Surf and swell conditions are expected to be hazardous for coastal activities such as rock fishing, boating, and swimming in the following areas.
Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

Warnings for Friday 04 July

Hazardous Surf Warning for the following areas:
Macquarie Coast, Hunter Coast, Sydney Coast, Illawarra Coast, Batemans Coast and Eden Coast

NSW Police Force, Marine Area Command advise that:
People should consider staying out of the water and avoid walking near surf-exposed areas.
Rock fishers should avoid coastal rock platforms exposed to the ocean and seek a safe location that is sheltered from the surf.
Boaters planning to cross shallow water and ocean bars should consider changing or delaying their voyage.
Boaters already on the water should carry the appropriate safety equipment and wear a lifejacket.
Boaters should remember to log on with their local Marine Rescue radio base, via VHF Radio or the Marine Rescue APP, and consider their safety management plan.

The next warning will be issued by 5:00 pm EST Thursday.
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Check the Coastal Waters Forecast for information
on wind, wave and weather conditions for
these areas at http://www.bom.gov.au/nsw/ or on marine
radio.
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