Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for South West Slopes, Riverina, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western, Upper Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:38 am Monday, 2 March 2026.

HEAVY RAINFALL TODAY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL CONTINUING

Weather Situation
Tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low in the far southwest of the state near the Victorian border, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. The low is forecast to move east today, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina, Lower Western, Upper Western, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for southwestern parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western and Riverina forecast districts today, spreading to eastern parts of the warning area including the ACT this evening. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are possible. Heavy rainfall is expected to ease in the Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts during the afternoon.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible today, most likely between Griffith and Yass this evening with isolated thunderstorm activity. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 90 mm are possible.
The risk of HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL is forecast to ease throughout during Tuesday morning.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Yass and Griffith.
65.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT FOWLERS GAP IN THE 2 HOURS TO 4:30 AM.
63.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT MOUNT WOOWOOLARAH IN THE 2 HOURS TO 3:27 AM.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Monday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts 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

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy, Locally Intense Rainfall

for South West Slopes, Riverina, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, Lower Western, Upper Western and Snowy Mountains Forecast Districts.

Issued at 11:38 am Monday, 2 March 2026.

HEAVY RAINFALL TODAY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL CONTINUING

Weather Situation
Tropical humidity continues on the eastern flank of a low in the far southwest of the state near the Victorian border, resulting in a broad rainband with isolated thunderstorms. The low is forecast to move east today, with rainfall clearing from the west in its wake.
HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL for the following areas:
Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, Central West Slopes and Plains, South West Slopes, Riverina, Lower Western, Upper Western, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is possible for southwestern parts of the Upper Western, Lower Western and Riverina forecast districts today, spreading to eastern parts of the warning area including the ACT this evening. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 40 to 70 mm are possible. Heavy rainfall is expected to ease in the Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts during the afternoon.
Locally INTENSE RAINFALL which may lead to DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING FLASH FLOODING is possible today, most likely between Griffith and Yass this evening with isolated thunderstorm activity. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 70 to 90 mm are possible.
The risk of HEAVY, LOCALLY INTENSE RAINFALL is forecast to ease throughout during Tuesday morning.
Flood Watches and Warnings are current for the area. Please refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts/ for more information.
Locations which may be affected include Canberra, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Deniliquin, Yass and Griffith.
65.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT FOWLERS GAP IN THE 2 HOURS TO 4:30 AM.
63.2 MM WAS RECORDED AT MOUNT WOOWOOLARAH IN THE 2 HOURS TO 3:27 AM.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Don't drive, ride or walk through flood water.
* Keep clear of creeks and storm drains.
* If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest available place and ring 000 if you need rescue.
For emergency help in flood and storms, ring the SES on 132 500.
Stay updated on the Hazards Near Me NSW app or the ACT ESA website (https://esa.act.gov.au).

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 5:00 pm AEDT Monday.
Check https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts. Warnings are also available through TV and Radio broadcasts or call 1300 659 210. The Bureau and State Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Paroo River (Nsw)
Issued at 03:22 PM AEDT on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT WILLARA CROSSING
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT WANAARING FROM EARLY NEXT WEEK
Along the Paroo River, the latest flood peak is currently arriving at Caiwarro in Queensland, which is likely to cause renewed river level rises at Willara Crossing. River levels at Wanaaring are also elevated where minor flooding is possible from early next week.
Further rainfall is possible across the catchment over the next few days, which may lead to further river level rises.
A minor flood warning is current for the Paroo River in Queensland.

Paroo River (NSW):
Minor flooding is occurring at Willara Crossing, and may develop at Wanaaring from early next week.

The Paroo River at Willara Crossing is currently at 1.29 m and steady, with minor flooding. Renewed river level rises are expected at Willara Crossing.
The Paroo River at Willara Crossing may reach around 1.60 m later in the week, with minor flooding.

The Paroo River at Wanaaring is currently at 2.24 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Paroo River at Wanaaring may reach around the minor flood level (2.40 m) early next week. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive.

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 03:30 PM AEDT on Monday 02 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Cuttaburra Channel at Turra,0.82,steady,3:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Paroo River at Caiwarro,2.19,steady,1:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Paroo River at Hungerford,1.01,steady,6:00 am Sun 01/03/26
Paroo River at Willara Crossing,1.28,steady,3:00 pm Sun 01/03/26
Paroo River at Wanaaring,2.24,steady,10:00 am Sun 01/03/26

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, Australia

Flood Watch For Parts Of Far Western And Lower Murrumbidgee River Catchments Of New South Wales
Issued at 12:07 PM AEDT on Sunday 01 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 7
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FAR WESTERN NEW SOUTH WALES WITH ADDITIONAL AREAS OF FLOODING POSSIBLE IN PARTS OF LOWER MURRUMBIDGEE RIVER CATCHMENT OVER THE COMING DAYS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
Lower Murrumbidgee River
Willandra Lakes
Paroo River (NSW)
Darling River
Mount Gunderbooka to Wokabity Lake
Bynguano-Lower Barrier Ranges
Danggali Rivers and Creeks
Cooper Creek
Lake Frome
Bulla-Bancannia District

Flood Warnings are current for the following catchment(s): Paroo

For the latest flood and weather warnings see www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts
For the latest rainfall and river level information see 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:
The next Flood Watch will be issued by 01:00 PM AEDT on Monday 02 March 2026.