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River Lee Esty (Kerry) (at Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry)), Kerry): Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time river flow in cumecs (m³/s), water stage (m), water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry)), Kerry, New Zealand.

Kerry · Munster|BoM ID: [email protected],-9.7358

River Lee Esty (Kerry)

Gauging Station: Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry)) · Catchment: Shannon IRBD (HA 23)

BoM Hydrology Model
Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale
4.2OUT OF 10Spate / Hazard
⚡Spate / Hazard

River is running in heavy flood spate. High undertows and debris.

💡River Advisory (Wild Swimming & River Dipping):

DANGEROUS: Do not enter the water during flood spates.

Typical Range:12m – 95m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.45 m
Typical high: 95m
Standard BaselineSteady
FLOW (m³/s)
53.50 m³/s
~1889 CFS
Telemetry RateNormal
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 & River Dipping
River swimming, clear water dipping, and gentle floating. Ideal in calm, normal summer river levels with gentle currents and sunny skies.
Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) Open Data

24-Hour River Level Trend (m)

BoM telemetry vs. typical normal bounds

Observed Level
Typical High (95m)
95m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.45 m)

River Access & Safety Info

BoM telemetry & public river access points

Public Waterway
BoM
Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry))
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Shannon IRBD (HA 23) • 52.2579°N, -9.7358°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About River Lee Esty (Kerry)

What is the current river level and flow of River Lee Esty (Kerry)?

Current river flow for River Lee Esty (Kerry) is measured in cumecs (m³/s) and water level (m) at regional monitoring station #[email protected],-9.7358 (Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry))). Telemetry is updated continuously.

Is River Lee Esty (Kerry) safe for rafting, kayaking, swimming, or trout angling today?

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

What is the typical normal flow range for River Lee Esty (Kerry)?

The typical baseline flow range at this reach is between 12 m³/s and 95 m³/s. Levels within this window represent standard navigable conditions.

Can heavy rain in the Southern Alps or ranges cause River Lee Esty (Kerry) to rise rapidly?

Yes, catchment precipitation and alpine runoff directly cause river levels to surge into flash freshets. Riverable Ireland monitors 7-day cumulative precipitation and upstream weather models to alert users to rising spate conditions.

⚠️Regional Council & NIWA Provisional Telemetry & Alpine River Safety Notice

Real-time telemetry for monitoring reach #[email protected],-9.7358 (Blennerville (Lee Esty (Kerry))) is provisional and subject to ongoing quality assurance. New Zealand alpine river flows can fluctuate rapidly during heavy precipitation or snowmelt. Always check regional council flood notices, wear a certified PFD, and observe Didymo biosecurity rules.