Weather Warning
IDD20555
Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
National Water Operations
Minor Flood Warning for the Katherine River
Issued at 10:33 AM ACST on Friday 13 Mar 2026.
Flood Warning Number: 34
MINOR FLOODING CONTINUING AT NITMILUK CENTRE
Minor flooding is continuing along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre and renewed rises are possible with forecast rainfall. Minor flooding has eased at the Katherine River Bridge.
A Flood Watch is current for parts of the Top End, which includes the Katherine River.
Katherine River Gorge Road
Minor flooding is occurring along the Katherine River at Nitmiluk.
Katherine Town
Minor flooding has eased at Katherine Town.
Latest River Heights
| Location | Height of River (m) | Tendency | Date/Time of Observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine River near Birdie Creek | 4.80 | steady | 9:40 am Fri 13/03/26 |
| Seventeen Mile Creek at Waterfall View | 1.99 | steady | 10:15 am Fri 13/03/26 |
| Katherine River at Nitmiluk Centre | 3.50 | falling | 10:10 am Fri 13/03/26 |
| Katherine River at Katherine Bridge | 14.19 | falling | 10:21 am Fri 13/03/26 |