Storm Risk in Yuraygir, NSW: 2026 Assessment

Yuraygir, New South Wales· UNKNOWN
Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging windsUpdated 3 May 2026

Storm Risk Score

3.9/10

Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds

Key Facts

Storm Risk
Moderate storm risk — East Coast Lows bring severe weather including hail and damaging winds
Trend
stable
Suburb
Yuraygir, NSW
Overall Risk
Medium
Postcode
2464
Highest high-risk exposure
13.6% of land (bushfire)

Storm Risk Analysis

Yuraygir, New South Wales, has a moderate storm risk profile. This includes exposure to severe thunderstorms, hail, damaging winds, and — in tropical regions — cyclone impacts. The applicable wind region classification under AS/NZS 1170.2 influences building design standards for Yuraygir.

Severe thunderstorms affecting Yuraygir can produce damaging wind gusts, large hail, and intense rainfall. The Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings for New South Wales, and historical storm data helps characterise the frequency and intensity of events in the region.

CSIRO research indicates that the intensity of severe convective storms — including those producing hail and damaging winds — may increase in a warming climate. For Yuraygir property owners, this reinforces the value of storm-resistant building features and comprehensive insurance.

ClimateNest provides address-level storm risk reports for Yuraygir including wind zone classification, hail risk probability, and property-specific mitigation recommendations based on your building characteristics.

Yuraygir sits within ClimateNest's suburb-level hazard model for severe storm risk. 0% of the suburb's land area is mapped in high-risk severe storm zones and 94.5% in moderate-risk zones, based on the national hazard overlay. Exposure at this scale varies street by street, which is why an address-level check matters before you buy or insure a specific property in Yuraygir.

Yuraygir (postcode 2464) 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 (13.6% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5.8% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (4.2% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Yuraygir — 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

Wind/Storm RegionModerate
Storm Risk LevelModerate
Distance to Coast5 km

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve flood defenses

Near-term

Construct levees and improve drainage infrastructure to reduce flood risk.

Est. cost: High

Reduce bushfire fuel load

Immediate

Implement controlled burns and remove vegetation near properties to reduce bushfire risk.

Est. cost: Medium

Develop a heatwave plan

Near-term

Create a plan to protect vulnerable populations during heatwaves.

Est. cost: Low

Protect coastal areas

Long-term

Implement coastal protection measures to reduce erosion and sea level rise impacts.

Est. cost: High

Council & Emergency Services

Clarence Valley Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 3 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yuraygir prone to hailstorms?

Hail risk in Yuraygir depends on the frequency of severe thunderstorm activity in the New South Wales region. BOM tracks severe storm events including hail. Property-specific risk depends on roof design, building orientation, and local storm patterns.

What wind rating applies to buildings in Yuraygir?

Under AS/NZS 1170.2, properties in Yuraygir are assigned a wind region classification. This rating determines structural design requirements for new buildings. Check with ClimateNest or a structural engineer for your property's classification.

Does storm risk affect insurance premiums in Yuraygir?

Yes, storm damage — including wind, hail, and rain ingress — is one of the most common insurance claims in Australia. Properties in higher wind zones or with greater hail exposure may face higher premiums or specific policy conditions.

What storm mitigation measures should Yuraygir property owners consider?

Storm mitigation includes impact-resistant roofing, cyclone-rated fixings where required, window and door shutters, regular roof and gutter maintenance, securing outdoor items, and ensuring compliance with current wind load standards under the National Construction Code.

What share of Yuraygir is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 13.6% of Yuraygir in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 58% 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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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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