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Swan River Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Swan River at Upstream Hardings Falls, Tasmania.

Tasmania · Tasmania & Wilderness|BoM ID: 2219.1★ Premier Australian Waterway

Swan River

Gauging Station: Swan River at Upstream Hardings Falls · Catchment: Swan River

BoM Hydrology Model
Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale
10.0OUT OF 10Normal Range
⭐Normal Range

River level is within normal Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) range.

💡River Advisory:

Prime conditions for swimming, canoeing, and angling.

Typical Range:8.75m – 87.5m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
8.75 m
Typical high: 87.5m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
8.75m
Typical Low Threshold
BoM BaselineNormal
WATER TEMP
8°C
Dipping: Cold shock risk
Wild SwimmingWetsuit Advised
AIR & SKY
11°C
Humidity: 65%
Rain: 15%13 km/h W

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Scoring algorithm recalibrates suitability according to water depth, stream power, and weather.

Active: Wild Swimming & Dipping
River swimming, billabongs & gorge dipping. Ideal in calm, normal river levels with warm sunshine and gentle currents.
Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) Open Data

24-Hour River Level Trend (m)

BoM telemetry vs. typical normal bounds

Observed Level
Typical High (87.5m)
87.5m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (8.75 m)

River Access & Safety Info

BoM telemetry & public river access points

Public Waterway
BoM
Swan River at Upstream Hardings Falls
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Swan River • -41.8478°N, 148.1008°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swan River

What is the current river level of Swan River?

Current river level for Swan River is measured in metres (m) and discharge (m³/s) at Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) station #2219.1 (Swan River at Upstream Hardings Falls). Telemetry is logged continuously.

Is Swan River safe for wild swimming, canoeing, or paddling today?

River conditions depend on live gauge depth and streamflow velocity. Riverable Australia provides a real-time 1–10 River Activity Score tuned for wild swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and angling. Check the live status badge above before entering the water.

What is the typical normal range for Swan River?

The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) typical normal range at this station is between 8.75m and 87.5m. Levels within this window represent standard navigable conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Swan River to rise rapidly?

Yes, catchment precipitation and surface runoff directly cause water levels to surge. Riverable Australia monitors 7-day cumulative precipitation and upstream weather models to alert users to rising spate conditions.

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