Sydney: Key findings
For the water account period 1 July 2017–30 June 2018
- Total annual rainfall during the 2017–18 year was the second lowest on record since 1910.
- Poor rainfall led to low streamflows and storage inflows across the region; end of year storage volume dropped by 24% from last year.
- Water use increased from the previous year, reflecting the very dry conditions across the region.
Climate and water
Rainfall
515 mm
well below the average of 892 mm
Streamflow
below average
less than last year
Storage
71% full
24% less than last year
Water use
Water supplied
654,082 ML
urban system
93%
individual users
7%
Water status
Allocations
1,200 GL
total surface water allocations
Water assets
2,047 GL
water assets at 30 June 2018
646 GL less than last year
Outlook
Decrease
in storage expected during the 2018–19 year