Warnings (4)
Heavy Rain Watch
Area Bay of Plenty from Whakatane westwards, Rotorua and Taupo
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Thunderstorms possible in the evening. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Heavy Rain Watch
Area Waitomo, Taumarunui and Tongariro National Park
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Thunderstorms possible from afternoon. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Heavy Rain Watch
Area Horowhenua, Kapiti Coast, Wellington, and the Tararua Range
Periods of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Moderate.
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area Taranaki north of Eltham
Expect 90 to 120 mm of rain, but 150 to 200 mm about Taranaki Maunga. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected Friday afternoon about Taranaki Maunga. Squally thunderstorms possible. Note, heavy showers are likely after the warning period ends. Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Minimal. Changes: Watch upgraded to an Orange Warning.