Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
New South Wales

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Severe Weather Warning
for Damaging Winds

for South Coast, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra, Southern Tablelands and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:01 pm Friday, 27 March 2026.

Damaging winds continue over southeastern NSW today.

Weather Situation
A vigorous coastal low has formed offshore of the southern NSW coast which has resulted in numerous observations of damaging southerly winds over parts of southeastern NSW today. Conditions will begin to ease later this evening and into early Saturday as the low moves further offshore.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
DAMAGING SOUTHERLY WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to continue into the evening over elevated parts of the Snowy Mountains and more coastal locations in the South Coast / Illawarra districts. Wind gusts right along the coastal fringe of the South Coast and Illawarra may still reach 110-120 km/h, especially in more exposed locations.
For ALPINE areas above 1900 m: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h remain possible throughout the evening.
Conditions are expected to ease below warning thresholds starting later this evening and throughout the overnight hours.
Separate Coastal Hazard Warnings for DAMAGING SURF and HAZARDOUS SURF are current. Flood warnings are also active for parts of the state. See https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for details.
Locations which may be affected include parts of the Sydney coast, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Eden, Cooma and Bega.
A 115 km/h wind gust was recorded at Point Perpendicular (near Jervis Bay) at 4:23 pm.
A 119 km/h wind gust was recorded more recently at Montague Island Lighthouse at 4:23 pm.
A 130 km/h wind gust was recorded at Montague Island Lighthouse at 1:53 pm.
A 118 km/h wind gust was recorded at Green Cape at 11:41 am.
A 118 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mallacoota (Victoria) at 10:07 am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
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 11:00 pm AEDT Friday.
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 Damaging Winds

for South Coast, Snowy Mountains, Australian Capital Territory and parts of Metropolitan, Illawarra, Southern Tablelands and South West Slopes Forecast Districts.

Issued at 5:01 pm Friday, 27 March 2026.

Damaging winds continue over southeastern NSW today.

Weather Situation
A vigorous coastal low has formed offshore of the southern NSW coast which has resulted in numerous observations of damaging southerly winds over parts of southeastern NSW today. Conditions will begin to ease later this evening and into early Saturday as the low moves further offshore.
DAMAGING WINDS for the following areas:
Metropolitan, Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory
DAMAGING SOUTHERLY WIND GUSTS with peak gusts of around 100 km/h are likely to continue into the evening over elevated parts of the Snowy Mountains and more coastal locations in the South Coast / Illawarra districts. Wind gusts right along the coastal fringe of the South Coast and Illawarra may still reach 110-120 km/h, especially in more exposed locations.
For ALPINE areas above 1900 m: DAMAGING WINDS averaging 80 to 90 km/h remain possible throughout the evening.
Conditions are expected to ease below warning thresholds starting later this evening and throughout the overnight hours.
Separate Coastal Hazard Warnings for DAMAGING SURF and HAZARDOUS SURF are current. Flood warnings are also active for parts of the state. See https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts for details.
Locations which may be affected include parts of the Sydney coast, Wollongong, Nowra, Batemans Bay, Eden, Cooma and Bega.
A 115 km/h wind gust was recorded at Point Perpendicular (near Jervis Bay) at 4:23 pm.
A 119 km/h wind gust was recorded more recently at Montague Island Lighthouse at 4:23 pm.
A 130 km/h wind gust was recorded at Montague Island Lighthouse at 1:53 pm.
A 118 km/h wind gust was recorded at Green Cape at 11:41 am.
A 118 km/h wind gust was recorded at Mallacoota (Victoria) at 10:07 am.

The State Emergency Service advises that people should:
* Park your car under secure cover and away from trees, powerlines and drains.
* Secure or put away loose items around your house, yard and balcony.
* Keep at least 8 metres away from fallen power lines or objects that may be energised, such as fences.
* Report fallen power lines to either Ausgrid (131 388), Endeavour Energy (131 003), Essential Energy (132 080) or Evoenergy (131 093) as shown on your power bill.
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 11:00 pm AEDT Friday.
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

Warning to Sheep Graziers

for Northern Tablelands, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts

Issued at 04:55 PM EDT on Friday 27 March 2026

Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Northern Tablelands, Illawarra, South Coast, Central Tablelands, Southern Tablelands, South West Slopes, Snowy Mountains and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts
Sheep graziers are warned that cold temperatures, rain and showers and southwesterly winds are expected during Friday and Saturday. Areas likely to be affected include the Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands and Snowy Mountains forecast districts and parts of the Northern Tablelands, Central Tablelands, South West Slopes and Australian Capital Territory forecast districts. There is a risk of losses of lambs and sheep exposed to these conditions.
Cancellation of Warning to Sheep Graziers for the following areas:
Hunter, Central West Slopes & Plains, Riverina, Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts
The Warning to Sheep Graziers for the Hunter, Central West Slopes & Plains, Riverina, Upper Western and Lower Western forecast districts has been cancelled.

The next warning will be issued by 11:00 pm EDT Friday.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Snowy River
Issued at 10:47 AM AEDT on Friday 27 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BASIN CREEK AND JARRAHMOND FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON
A coastal low has developed offshore of the southern New South Wales coast, which has brought moderate rainfall totals overnight Thursday, and will continue to bring moderate to heavy rainfall across the Snowy River catchment during Friday. Minor flooding is possible at Basin Creek from Friday afternoon, and at Jarrahmond from Friday evening.
A Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall is current for East Gippsland.

Snowy River downstream of McKillops Bridge:
Minor flooding possible along the Snowy River downstream of McKillops Bridge.
The Snowy River at Basin Creek is currently at 2.09 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Snowy River at Basin Creek may exceed the minor flood level (3.50 m) Friday afternoon, with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Snowy River at Jarrahmond is currently at 1.13 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Snowy River at Jarrahmond may exceed the minor flood level (4.10 m) Friday evening, with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

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.emergency.vic.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 11:00 AM AEDT on Saturday 28 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Snowy River at Dalgety Weir,0.99,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Bombala River at Bombala,0.73,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Little Plain Creek at Wellesley (Rowes),0.60,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Delegate River at Quidong,0.52,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Mclaughlin River at The Hut,0.19,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Snowy River at Burnt Hut Crossing,0.28,steady,10:30 am Fri 27/03/26
Suggan Buggan River at Suggan Buggan,0.66,steady,5:00 am Wed 25/03/26
Snowy River at McKillops Bridge,0.78,steady,8:58 am Fri 27/03/26
Snowy River at Basin Creek,2.09,steady,10:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Buchan River at Buchan,0.91,steady,10:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Snowy River at Jarrahmond,1.13,steady,10:00 am Fri 27/03/26
Snowy River at Orbost,1.07,steady,10:43 am Fri 27/03/26
Brodribb River at Sardine Creek,0.48,steady,5:00 am Wed 25/03/26

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.