Area Warning: Auckland from Whangaparaoa northwards, also Great Barrier Island

Heavy Rain Warning - Orange

Period: 24hrs from 2am Mon, 25 Jul - 2am Tue, 26 Jul

Forecast: Expect 80 to 100 mm of rain to accumulate. Peak intensities of 15 to 20 mm per hour from Monday afternoon.

Impact: Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

--------

Area Warning - Northland

Heavy Rain Warning - Orange

Period: 27hrs from 8pm Sun, 24 Jul - 11pm Mon, 25 Jul

Forecast: Expect 120 to 160 mm of rain to accumulate about northeastern areas from Whangarei to Kaitaia, and 60 to 90 mm of rain elsewhere. Peak intensities of 15 to 20 mm per hour Monday afternoon and evening.

Impact: Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

-----

Area: Northland

Strong Wind Warning - Orange

Period: 21hrs from 9pm Sun, 24 Jul - 6pm Mon, 25 Jul

Forecast: Severe northeast gales gusting 120 km/h in exposed places.

Impact: Strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures. Driving may be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.