King tides expected from January 1
Date published: 24 December 2025
Townsville City Council is encouraging residents in low-lying areas to take precautions ahead of king tides expected from Thursday January 1.
The king tide is forecast to reach 3.72m at 7.42am on Thursday, with further king tides through to Monday morning. (Jan 5)
Council recommends residents in areas that are prone to minor flooding during king tides take necessary precautions.
Suburbs like South Townsville and Railway Estate may be impacted, along with Hanran Street and Ogden Street in the city.
Motorists are asked to observe any warnings and road closures.
For more information on king tides, visit Council’s Know Your Risks page.
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