Listed as “being controlled”, the fire has burnt over 16,000 hectares with plans to complete containment lines around the 160 kilometre perimeter continuing.

Although hot weather conditions have eased and rain has helped control the blaze, the RFS said plans to complete back burning have been impeded.

Some fire trails have also been effected by the rainfall, making it difficult for fire fighting trucks to travel.

Fire fighters will be in the area over the coming days with a helicopter and the Large Aerial Tanker expected to support ground crews later in the week.

Residents in the area may see an increase in smoke but no properties are at threat from the fire.

The NSW RFS is urging the local community to remain vigilant as warm weather may return in March.

The Incident Management Team remains confident that if weather conditions assist with current back burning operations, the Giro bushfire may be contained by March 5.

Fire fighters will continue to work on five other incidents in the Mid Coast region.