Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for Daly and parts of Arnhem districts.

Issued at 4:58 pm Friday, 6 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the western Top End, becoming more likely tonight.

Weather Situation
A tropical low is positioned about the southwest Arnhem district, embedded within a trough extending into the Carpentaria district. The low is expected to remain slow-moving over the next 24 hours, with broad areas of heavy rainfall on its western flank.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Daly and Arnhem
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Daly and far western Arnhem districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 90 to 140 mm are likely.
There is high degree of uncertainty regarding the progression of heavy rainfall over the Top End into Saturday. However the most likely outcome is a slow westwards progression of areas of heavy rainfall tonight, and a gradual easing through Saturday.
Locations which may be affected include Wadeye, Nauiyu, Batchelor, Adelaide River, Pine Creek and Palumpa.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Carpentaria district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
155.5 mm of rainfall was recorded at Theyona Station in the 6 hours to 3:46 pm.
111 mm of rainfall was recorded at Birdie Creek in the 6 hours to 7:16 am.
104 mm of rainfall was recorded at Edith Falls Ridge in the 6 hours to 7:21 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Carpentaria

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* secure loose outside objects and seek shelter when conditions deteriorate
* pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears
* avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current
* create your own sandbags if there is flooding, by using pillow cases or shopping bags filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home
* stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* be prepared in case of power outages, have an emergency kit with a radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit
* for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.au

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm ACST 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 Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Weather Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for Daly and parts of Arnhem districts.

Issued at 4:58 pm Friday, 6 March 2026.

Heavy rainfall about the western Top End, becoming more likely tonight.

Weather Situation
A tropical low is positioned about the southwest Arnhem district, embedded within a trough extending into the Carpentaria district. The low is expected to remain slow-moving over the next 24 hours, with broad areas of heavy rainfall on its western flank.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Daly and Arnhem
HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING is forecast for parts of the Daly and far western Arnhem districts. Six-hourly rainfall totals between 90 to 140 mm are likely.
There is high degree of uncertainty regarding the progression of heavy rainfall over the Top End into Saturday. However the most likely outcome is a slow westwards progression of areas of heavy rainfall tonight, and a gradual easing through Saturday.
Locations which may be affected include Wadeye, Nauiyu, Batchelor, Adelaide River, Pine Creek and Palumpa.
Severe weather is no longer occurring in the Carpentaria district and the warning for this district is CANCELLED.
155.5 mm of rainfall was recorded at Theyona Station in the 6 hours to 3:46 pm.
111 mm of rainfall was recorded at Birdie Creek in the 6 hours to 7:16 am.
104 mm of rainfall was recorded at Edith Falls Ridge in the 6 hours to 7:21 am.
Cancellation for the following areas:
Carpentaria

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* secure loose outside objects and seek shelter when conditions deteriorate
* pull over if it is raining heavily and you cannot see, park with your hazard lights on until the rain clears
* avoid driving into water of unknown depth and current
* create your own sandbags if there is flooding, by using pillow cases or shopping bags filled with sand and place them around doorways to protect your home
* stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* be prepared in case of power outages, have an emergency kit with a radio, torch, spare batteries and first aid kit
* for emergency help in floods, storms and cyclones, contact the NTES on 132 500. For more safety tips visit www.securent.nt.gov.au

The next Severe Weather Warning will be issued by 11:00 pm ACST 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 Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Katherine River
Issued at 03:57 PM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AND MAJOR FLOODING ABOVE THE MARCH 2000 FLOOD LEVEL EXPECTED AT KATHERINE BRIDGE FROM LATE FRIDAY AFTERNOON
KATHERINE BRIDGE MAY REACH 18.00 M WITH MAJOR FLOODING FRIDAY EVENING
MAJOR FLOODING ABOVE THE MARCH 2000 FLOOD LEVEL OCCURRING AT NITMILUK CENTRE
Rapid river level rises are occurring along Katherine River and its tributaries. Major flooding is occurring at Nitmiluk Centre, where the river level is above the March 2000 flood level (7.40 m) and rising. Moderate flooding is occurring at Katherine Bridge where major flooding is expected from late Friday afternoon.
Further rainfall is expected during Friday, which may cause higher river level rises. This situation is being closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Bonaparte, North West Coastal and Carpentaria Coastal River catchments. A severe weather warning is current for heavy rainfall in the Daly and parts of Arnhem and Carpentaria districts.

Katherine River Gorge Road:
Major flooding is occurring at Katherine River Gorge Road.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 8.15 m and rising, with major flooding.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre may peak near 8.30 m late Friday afternoon, with major flooding.

Katherine Town:
Major flooding expected at Katherine Town.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is currently at 17.37 m and rising, with moderate flooding.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is expected to reach around the major flood level (17.50 m) late Friday afternoon. The river is expected to reach around 18.00 m Friday evening, with major flooding. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

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.securent.nt.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 07:00 PM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Katherine River near Birdie Creek,6.23,falling,2:50 pm Fri 06/03/26
Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,6.26,falling,3:45 pm Fri 06/03/26
Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,8.15,rising,3:40 pm Fri 06/03/26
Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,17.37,rising,3:41 pm Fri 06/03/26

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, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River And Flood Warning For The Roper River
Issued at 02:56 PM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 7

MAJOR FLOODING OCCURRING AT BESWICK BRIDGE, WITH A PEAK AROUND 9.50 METRES LIKELY LATE FRIDAY AFTERNOON
Recent heavy rainfall across the Waterhouse and Roper catchments has resulted in significant river level rises along the Waterhouse River, with major flooding occurring at Beswick Bridge. A peak around 9.50 m, above the major flood level, is likely to occur during late Friday afternoon. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, which may lead to renewed river level rises.
Elevated river levels and river level rises are occurring throughout the Roper River catchment.
This situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Bonaparte, North West Coastal and Carpentaria Coastal River catchments.

Waterhouse River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Waterhouse River.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 9.32 m and steady, with major flooding.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is likely to peak near 9.50 m late Friday afternoon, with major flooding.

Roper River below Elsey Creek:
Elevated river levels and river level rises are occurring throughout the Roper River catchment.

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.securent.nt.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 09:00 PM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),5.71,steady,2:45 pm Fri 06/03/26
Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,9.32,steady,2:45 pm Fri 06/03/26

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
Northern Territory

Marine Wind Warning Summary for the Northern Territory

Issued at 02:30 PM CST on Friday 06 March 2026
for the period until midnight CST Saturday 07 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Friday 06 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Beagle Bonaparte Coast, Van Diemen Gulf, Arafura Coast, Gove Peninsula Coast and Darwin Harbour
Cancellation for the following areas:
North Tiwi Coast

Wind Warnings for Saturday 07 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Beagle Bonaparte Coast, Van Diemen Gulf, Arafura Coast, Gove Peninsula Coast, Roper Groote Coast and Darwin Harbour
Cancellation for the following areas:
North Tiwi Coast

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 8:30 pm CST Friday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/nt/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Major Flood Warning For The Daly River
Issued at 01:30 PM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 2

MAJOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION FROM LATE SUNDAY
Moderate rainfall has been observed across the Daly River catchment since Wednesday, with particularly heavy rainfall during Thursday and into Friday, resulting in river level rises upstream of Daly River Police Station. Moderate flooding is likely at Daly River Police Station from late Saturday, with major flooding possible from late Sunday.
Further rainfall is forecast during Friday, this situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated as required.
A major flood warning is current for the Katherine River, a flood watch is current for parts of the Bonaparte, North West Coastal and Carpentaria Coastal River catchments and a severe weather warning is current for heavy rainfall in the Daly and parts of Arnhem and Carpentaria districts.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River rises are occurring in the upper Daly River, and flooding will continue for at least the next few days.
Fergusson River:
River levels are rapidly rising along the Fergusson River and tributaries.
Lower Daly River:
Major flooding is possible along the Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 11.82 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to exceed the minor flood level (12.60 m) Saturday morning. The river is likely to exceed the moderate flood level (13.10 m) from late Saturday. The river may reach around the major flood level (14.00 m) from late Sunday. 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.securent.nt.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 01:00 PM ACST on Saturday 07 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,20.58,rising,12:45 pm Fri 06/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,8.49,rising,1:00 pm Fri 06/03/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,14.05,rising,10:45 am Fri 06/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,13.39,rising,1:15 pm Fri 06/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,11.82,rising,1:15 pm Fri 06/03/26

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 The Bonaparte, North West Coastal And Carpentaria Coastal River Catchments
Issued at 11:10 AM ACST on Friday 06 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 9
WIDESPREAD FLOODING IN PARTS OF NORTH WEST COASTAL RIVERS

Catchments likely to be affected include:
East Kimberley Rivers
Upper Victoria River
Victoria River below Kalkarindji
Fitzmaurice River
Moyle River
Katherine River
Daly River above Douglas River
Lower Daly River
Finniss River
Upper Adelaide River
Adelaide River below Adelaide River Town
Walker River
Waterhouse River
Roper River
Towns River
Limmen Bight River
Rosie River
McArthur River
Robinson River
Calvert River
Settlement Creek

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.securent.nt.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 ACST on Saturday 07 March 2026.