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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Aussie Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
Check the live radar above to see rain and storms moving across the New England North West region. This gives you the immediate picture before you check the Australian weather hub for the broader outlook.
What does the Tamworth radar show?
The Bureau of Meteorology’s radar at Gunnedah (about 75 kilometres south-west of Tamworth) provides the most reliable coverage for the region. It detects rain, hail and storms within a 128-kilometre radius, covering Tamworth, Gunnedah, Quirindi and surrounding areas. The live radar above updates every six minutes, so you can track approaching weather in near real-time.
For a longer view, the tamworth weather forecast 14 day is available on the BOM site, but the radar is your tool for now-casting — watching what is happening right now.
How do I read the radar for Tamworth?
Green and yellow patches indicate light to moderate rain. Orange and red show heavier downpours or hail. If you see a line of red moving east, that is a storm front. Use the weatherzone tamworth radar live feed (linked below) for an animated loop, which shows direction and speed. For rural property planning, the elders weather tamworth radar is a useful cross-check because it overlays basic farm data.
Is the Tamworth radar accurate for hourly planning?
Yes, for the next hour. It shows real-time precipitation. For a tamworth weather radar hourly forecast, combine the radar loop with the BOM’s hourly forecast page.
Why doesn’t Tamworth have its own radar?
The Gunnedah radar provides full coverage for the Tamworth region. Building a second radar here is not currently planned by the Bureau.
Can I see storm movement on the radar?
Yes. Use the animation controls on the live radar above. Storm cells moving east at 30–50 km/h are common in summer.