Severe Weather Warnings and Watches

Issued by MetService at 8:04pm Saturday 31 May 2025

A strong west to southwest flow affects the country this weekend, including the Chatham Islands.
Warnings and Watches for severe gales are in place.

Please keep up to date with the latest forecasts.

Strong Wind Warning - Orange

Area: Chatham Islands

Period: 19hrs from 8:00pm Saturday 31 May 2025 to 3:00pm Sunday 1 Jun 2025

Forecast: Severe gale west to southwest winds gusting 130 km/h. Squally thunderstorms possible.
Heavy southwest swells are also expected along exposed coasts.
Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.

Action: Prepare your property by securing items that can be picked up by strong winds. Drive cautiously.

Area: Hawke's Bay, from Napier southwards and the Tararua District

Period: 2hrs from 8:00pm Saturday 31 May 2025 to 10:00pm Saturday 31 May 2025

Forecast: Severe gale westerlies gusting 130 km/h in exposed places.
Minimal chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.

Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.

Action: Prepare your property by securing items that can be picked up by strong winds. Drive cautiously.

An update for severe weather will be issued by: 10:00am Sunday 1 Jun 2025

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