Riverable🇮🇪 IE

River Sullane (at Ballymakera (Sullane), Cork): Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time river flow in cumecs (m³/s), water stage (m), water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Ballymakera (Sullane), Cork, New Zealand.

Cork · Munster|BoM ID: [email protected],-9.1463

River Sullane

Gauging Station: Ballymakera (Sullane) · Catchment: South Western RBD (HA 19)

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:3.5m – 28m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
0.45 m
Typical high: 28m
Standard BaselineSteady
FLOW (m³/s)
15.75 m³/s
~556 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

Select Activity to Tune Scoring

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 (28m)
28m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.45 m)

River Access & Safety Info

BoM telemetry & public river access points

Public Waterway
BoM
Ballymakera (Sullane)
Monitored gauging station • BoM Water Data Online Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
South Western RBD (HA 19) • 51.9344°N, -9.1463°W
GPS Set
Explore Interactive Access Map & Surrounding Gauges →

Frequently Asked Questions About River Sullane

What is the current river level and flow of River Sullane?

Current river flow for River Sullane is measured in cumecs (m³/s) and water level (m) at regional monitoring station #[email protected],-9.1463 (Ballymakera (Sullane)). Telemetry is updated continuously.

Is River Sullane 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 Sullane?

The typical baseline flow range at this reach is between 3.5 m³/s and 28 m³/s. Levels within this window represent standard navigable conditions.

Can heavy rain in the Southern Alps or ranges cause River Sullane 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],-9.1463 (Ballymakera (Sullane)) 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.