However, experts warn that the conditions are a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Mosquitoes are drawn to warm conditions and stagnant water, which are both conditions predicted for summer according to Cameron Webb of NSW Health Pathology.
“Rainfall and flooding in inland areas create a great opportunity for mosquitoes to take advantage of stagnant ponds left behind when flood water recedes.”
The risk with an increase of Mosquitoes is also the increased risk of disease transmission. Mosquitoes do not carry a disease from birth or from floodwater, instead, they pick up the disease from wildlife such as birds and kangaroos and then spread the disease onto humans.
Experts anticipate that the influx of Mosquitoes will commence around Christmas time and remain until the end of April.
The Mosquitoes will not be larger in size or carry more disease than normal, however, there will be a much larger volume of them than is typical at this time of year.
Experts urge those who are prone to bites to ensure they cover skin as much as possible and use ample repellant where possible.