For the Western Bay of Plenty, including Rotorua, 100-140mm expected from 11:00am Friday 11 July until 3:00am Saturday, with peak rates of 20-30mm/hr. For the eastern Bay of Plenty, 70-100mm of rain is expected from 6:00pm Friday until 6:00am Saturday with peak rates of 20-30mm/hr.
MetService Severe Weather Warnings for Bay Of Plenty and Rotorua
Situation
A front preceded by a strong and moist northerly flow moves east across the country during today and tomorrow morning, bringing heavy rain and gales to many areas. The Heavy Rain Warning for the Tasman District about and southeast of Motueka has been escalated to Red due to concerns of significant impacts following the June floods. Please stay up to date with the latest forecasts.
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area: Coromandel Peninsula, Rotorua and Bay of Plenty about and west of Kawerau
Period: 16hrs from 11:00am Fri to 3:00am Sat
Forecast: Expect 100 to 140 mm of rain with highest accumulations mainly about the ranges. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected this evening.
Minimal 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.
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange
Area: Bay of Plenty east of Kawerau and Gisborne/Tairawhiti north of Ruatoria
Period: 12hrs from 6:00pm Fri to 6:00am Sat
Forecast: Expect 70 to 100 mm of rain. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected overnight.
Minimal 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.