Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory

Marine Wind Warning Summary for the Northern Territory

Issued at 08:30 PM CST on Monday 09 March 2026
for the period until midnight CST Monday 09 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Monday 09 March
Cancellation for the following areas:
Arafura Coast and Gove Peninsula Coast

The next Marine Wind Warning Summary will be issued when required.
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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
Northern Territory

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Arnhem and Carpentaria districts.

Issued at 8:19 pm Monday, 9 March 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms with risk of heavy falls in the area.

Weather Situation
Very moist and unstable environment and a low pressure trough is generating thunderstorm activity across the Top End.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Arnhem and Carpentaria
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Katherine and Mataranka.

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* slow down and turn your headlights on
* 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
* secure loose outside objects
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* avoid remaining in the open when storms threaten
* 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
* 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 warning is due to be issued by 11:20 pm 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 Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Northern Territory

TOP PRIORITY FOR IMMEDIATE BROADCAST

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
for Heavy Rainfall

for parts of Arnhem and Carpentaria districts.

Issued at 8:19 pm Monday, 9 March 2026.

Slow moving thunderstorms with risk of heavy falls in the area.

Weather Situation
Very moist and unstable environment and a low pressure trough is generating thunderstorm activity across the Top End.
HEAVY RAINFALL for the following areas:
Arnhem and Carpentaria
Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Katherine and Mataranka.

The Northern Territory Emergency Service advises that people should:
* slow down and turn your headlights on
* 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
* secure loose outside objects
* ensure pets and animals are safe
* avoid remaining in the open when storms threaten
* 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
* 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 warning is due to be issued by 11:20 pm 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 Northern Territory Emergency Service would appreciate warnings being broadcast regularly.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Katherine River
Issued at 04:40 PM ACST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 24

MODERATE FLOODING OCCURRING AT KATHERINE BRIDGE AND POSSIBLE AT NITMILUK EARLY TUESDAY MORNING WITH RENEWED RISES
River levels along the Katherine River are continuing to slowly fall though further rainfall is forecast for the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises. With renewed rises, Nitmiluk Centre may reach around the moderate flood level early Tuesday morning. At Katherine Bridge, river levels are falling slowly, and likely to remain above the moderate flood level overnight Monday into Tuesday, and renewed rises are possible.
Widespread heavy falls are unlikely, but isolated heavier falls remain possible for the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Katherine River Gorge Road:
Moderate flooding is possible at Katherine River Gorge Road.
The Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre is currently at 4.21 m and falling, with minor flooding.
With forecast rain, the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre may reach around the moderate flood level (5.50 m) early Tuesday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Katherine Town:
Moderate flooding is occurring at Katherine Town.
The Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is currently at 16.65 m and falling, with moderate flooding.
With forecast rain, the Katherine River at Katherine Bridge is likely to remain above the moderate flood level (16.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Renewed 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 11:00 PM ACST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Katherine River near Birdie Creek,5.01,falling,3:50 pm Mon 09/03/26
Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View,2.83,falling,4:15 pm Mon 09/03/26
Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre,4.21,falling,4:10 pm Mon 09/03/26
Katherine River at Katherine Bridge,16.65,falling,4:11 pm Mon 09/03/26

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 Daly River
Issued at 02:33 PM ACST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 13

SIGNIFICANT AND PROLONGED MAJOR FLOODING AT DALY RIVER POLICE STATION
Major flooding is occurring along the Daly River at Daly River Police Station, where the river level is likely to exceed 15.30 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday (above the 1957 flood levels), with further rises expected. An extended peak and significant period of major flooding can be expected through the weekend and into the following week.
The river level at Dorisvale Crossing is currently stable, however is expected to rise from Monday night as the main flood peak from the Katherine River arrives.
Further rainfall is possible over the next few days, which may exacerbate river levels. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Major Flood Warning is current for the Katherine River, and a Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Daly River above Douglas River:
River level rises are occurring in the upper Daly River, and flooding is expected to continue for at least the next few days.
Fergusson River:
River levels are elevated along the Fergusson River and tributaries.
Lower Daly River:
Major flooding is occurring along the Daly River.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is currently at 14.87 m and rising, with major flooding. This is already above the February 2026 flood level.
The Daly River at Daly River Police Station is likely to exceed 15.30 m overnight Tuesday into Wednesday with major flooding, higher than the 1957 flood levels of 15.19 metres. Further rises are expected 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.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 03:00 PM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Daly River at Dorisvale Crossing,24.16,steady,1:45 pm Mon 09/03/26
Douglas River at Douglas Crossing,6.89,falling,2:30 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Beeboom Crossing,17.53,steady,11:45 am Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Mount Nancar,17.87,rising,2:15 pm Mon 09/03/26
Daly River at Daly River Police Station,14.89,rising,2:15 pm Mon 09/03/26

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 Top End
Issued at 12:21 PM ACST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Watch Number: 12
FLOODING OCCURRING IN PARTS OF FLOOD WATCH AREA WITH FURTHER FLOODING POSSIBLE

Catchments likely to be affected include:
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
Mary River
Waterhouse River
Roper River

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 Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Waterhouse River And Flood Warning For The Roper River
Issued at 10:28 AM ACST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 14

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BESWICK BRIDGE
River levels along the Waterhouse River are continuing to slowly fall though further rainfall is expected for the next few days, which may cause renewed river level rises. With renewed rises, Beswick Bridge may reach around the minor flood level overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Widespread heavy falls are unlikely, but isolated heavier falls remain possible for the next few days. The situation is being closely monitored and the warning will be updated as required.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End.

Waterhouse River:
Minor flooding is possible along the Waterhouse River.
The Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge is currently at 7.34 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
With forecast rainfall, the Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge may have renewed rises to around the minor flood level (7.70 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Roper River below Elsey Creek:
River levels are elevated 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 11:30 AM ACST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Waterhouse River at Diljin Hill (Downstream),3.01,rising,9:45 am Mon 09/03/26
Waterhouse River at Beswick Bridge,7.34,falling,10:15 am Mon 09/03/26

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.