31/05/2026
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Updated severe weather warnings for Northland 9:30pm Sunday:
A strong wind watch has been added for Northland, in addition to the orange heavy rain warning.
Significant heavy rain for northern and western parts of both the North and South Islands, and possible severe gales for the northern North Island
A trough embedded in a humid northerly flow is bringing heavy rain to northern and western parts of the South Island, and is expected to spread to areas of the North Island on Monday. Additionally, northeast winds may approach severe gale about parts of the North Island from Monday afternoon.
Please keep up to date with the latest forecasts, as this is likely to be a significant weather event affecting large parts of the country.
Heavy rain warning
Area: Northland
Period: 18 hours from 12:00pm Mon 1 Jun to 6:00am Tue 2 Jun
Forecast: Expect 80 to 130 mm of rain, but possibly as much as 150 to 200 mm in localised places. Peaks rates of 15 to 25 mm/h expected from Monday evening to early Tuesday morning, and 25 to 40 mm/h in localised downpours and possible thunderstorms.
Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.
Strong Wind Watch
Area: Northland
Period: 13 hours from 3:00pm Mon 1 Jun to 4:00am Tue 2 Jun
Forecast: Northeast winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.
Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.