Heat Risk in Krawarree, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Krawarree, New South Wales
Krawarree experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwave events. Vulnerable populations may be at higher risk during these periods.Updated 31 May 2026

Heat Risk Score

4.0/10

Krawarree experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwave events. Vulnerable populations may be at higher risk during these periods.

Key Facts

Heat Risk
Krawarree experiences moderate heat risk, with increasing average temperatures and more frequent heatwave events. Vulnerable populations may be at higher risk during these periods.
Trend
increasing
Suburb
Krawarree, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2622
Highest high-risk exposure
7.1% of land (bushfire)

Heat Risk Analysis

Krawarree in New South Wales faces elevated extreme heat risk. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) reports that Australia's average temperature has increased by approximately 1.5 °C since 1910, with the frequency of extreme heat days rising across most regions.

The urban heat island (UHI) effect can make built-up areas of Krawarree warmer than surrounding rural areas, particularly on summer nights. Dark roof materials, limited tree canopy cover, and heat-absorbing surfaces contribute to localised heat stress that varies by property.

Stay informed about heatwave warnings and take necessary precautions.

Get an address-level heat risk assessment from ClimateNest for Krawarree including cooling cost estimates, heatwave vulnerability scoring, and adaptation recommendations tailored to your property.

Krawarree (postcode 2622) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (7.1% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (5.4% of land in high-risk zones), riverine flood (5.3% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Krawarree — individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Local Hazard Evidence

Avg January Max Temp32 °C
Heat Stress Events/Year3
Urban Heat ContextStay informed about heatwave warnings and take necessary precautions.

Historical Events

2017
Moderate

A prolonged heatwave resulted in increased hospital admissions and strain on infrastructure.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Flood Defenses

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure and implement flood control measures to reduce the impact of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Enhance Bushfire Preparedness

Immediate

Implement bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop Heat Action Plans

Near-term

Create heat action plans to protect vulnerable populations during heatwave events, including cooling centers and public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage water conservation measures to reduce water stress during periods of drought and high temperatures.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Local Council Name
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 31 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How hot does Krawarree get in summer?

Krawarree in New South Wales experiences summer temperatures consistent with the regional climate. BOM publishes historical temperature data for weather stations near Krawarree. Get a property-specific heat exposure assessment with projected cooling costs from ClimateNest.

Is extreme heat increasing in Krawarree?

Australia-wide, extreme heat events have become more frequent since the mid-20th century, and this trend is consistent with CSIRO climate projections for New South Wales. Continued warming is likely through 2050 under all emissions scenarios.

How does heat affect energy costs for Krawarree properties?

Higher temperatures increase cooling demand, which raises electricity costs. ClimateNest provides energy cost projections based on your property's specific exposure to extreme heat days in Krawarree and the performance of your building envelope.

What heat mitigation measures work best in Krawarree?

Effective heat mitigation includes light-coloured roofing (cool roofs), ceiling and wall insulation, double-glazed windows, external shading, cross-ventilation design, and increasing tree canopy around the property. These measures reduce indoor temperatures and cooling costs.

What share of Krawarree is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 7.1% of Krawarree in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 63.6% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform — individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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