21/09/2025
Ohhhh would this wind please just stop already ... 💨
📢Update as at Mon 22 Sept at 9.30am extended time period and small updates to rain amounts.
Period: 26 hours from 9.00am Mon 22 Sep extended until 11.00am Tues 23 Sep
Forecast: Expect 180 to 230 mm of rain in addition to what has already fallen. Peak rates of 10/20 mm/h.
📢Update as at Sun 21 Sep at 8:30pm
Heavy Rain Warning - Orange - Taranaki Maunga
Period: 27 hours from 12:00am Mon 22 Sep to 3:00am Tue 23 Sep
Forecast: Expect 160 to 220 mm of rain. Peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h expected. Periods of heavy rain are likely to extend into later Tuesday and the validity of this warning may be extended.
Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
More winter weather and rain on the way.
🔶Heavy Rain Warning – Orange – Taranaki Maunga
Period: 24 hours from 1:00am Mon 22 Sep to 1:00am Tue 23 Sep
Forecast: Expect 150 to 200 mm of rain. Peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h expected. Periods of heavy rain are likely to extend into Tuesday and the validity of this warning may be extended.
Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.
Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.
🔸South Taranaki also has a Strong Wind Watch in place
Area: South Taranaki, northern Whanganui and Taihape
Period: 6 hours from 9:00am Sun 21 Sep to 3:00pm Sun 21 Sep
Forecast: Northerly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places.
Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.
▶️What you can do now:
• Clear drains and gutters
• Avoid low-lying flood-prone areas
• Drive with extra care, especially on rural roads
• Secure outdoor items that could blow away in strong winds
• Know how to stay informed: https://taranakiem.govt.nz/stay-informed
