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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Focus Hub Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
The live radar above shows current precipitation across north-east Victoria and southern NSW, centred on Yarrawonga with a 512 km sweep. The Bureau of Meteorology’s Yarrawonga radar updates every six minutes and is the most reliable source for real‑time rain and storm detection in the region.
What range does the Yarrawonga radar cover?
The BOM Yarrawonga radar operates on two display modes. The 256 km radius gives a detailed view of local showers and thunderstorms around the Murray River corridor; the 512 km sweep captures broader weather systems moving from the Snowy Mountains, the Riverina and central Victoria. Both modes are available through the bom radar yarrawonga 512 and bom yarrawonga radar 256 km products.
Which sites supplement the radar data?
For a complete picture, combine the live radar with bom yarrawonga weather forecasts and third‑party platforms. Elders weather yarrawonga radar offers an alternative visual, while weatherzone yarrawonga radar provides animated loops and lightning strike overlays. The old yarrawonga radar (the former C‑band unit at the same site) is no longer operational; the current digital radar is significantly more reliable.
Is the old Yarrawonga radar still in use?
No. The original analogue radar was replaced by a modern Doppler unit in 2016. Any reference to an “old yarrawonga radar” now points to historical archives; live data comes exclusively from the upgraded system.
How accurate is the Yarrawonga radar for local storms?
It detects rainfall intensity at very high resolution within 256 km, but always cross‑check with severe weather warnings from BOM. Hail and tornado signatures are visible but require trained interpretation.
When is the radar most useful?
During spring and summer thunderstorm outbreaks, and when cold fronts push across the Murray. The 512 km loop helps track approaching systems hours ahead of arrival. Use it alongside Australia weather hub for broader context.