New Zealand Road Reports & Conditions

Road Clearing
01, June 2009

Winter road conditions in New Zealand are generally very good, due to the fact that the snow level rarely falls to our main highways. However conditions can be frosty or icy in shaded areas, and some passes will required chains, or even be closed, in bad weather. It’s essential that you are well prepared for winter driving, and that you know the road conditions and any weather warnings before leaving home.

We’re pleased to offer road snowfall warnings this season, in association with MetService/NZ Govt as well as road hazards and closures as supplied by Transit NZ. Check them before you go, it might save a lot of hassle later.

General Road Warnings

North Island

  • Eastern Bay Of Plenty - Heavy Rain Warning: In The 14 Hours From Midday Thursday To 2am Friday Expect 80 To 120mm Of Rain About The Eastern Bay Of Plenty Ranges. Intensities Could Reach 15 To 25mm/hr At Times.

South Island

  • Coastal Otago Area: High Winds - Care Required By Caravans, Campervans And Other High Sided Vehicles.
Road Hazards & Closures

North Island

There are currently no road alerts for the North Island ski areas.

South Island

There are currently no road alerts for the South Island ski areas.

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