Heavy rain forecast for upper North Island as low-pressure system moves

Saturday 29 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sat 29 Aug, 8:01am

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MetService has issued heavy rain watches for Auckland and much of the upper North Island. A low-pressure system is expected to bring intense downpours, potentially causing flash flooding and hazardous driving conditions. The flood alert system for the Mahurangi River has been activated near Warkworth.

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1. NZ HeraldSat 29 Aug, 5:00am

   Auckland weather: Heavy rain forecast as two rain bands merge over upper North Island (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSat 29 Aug, 8:01am

   Heavy rain forecast as low-pressure system drops on upper North-Island (opens in new tab)

   • Flood alert system activated in north Auckland as downpours persist (opens in new tab) Sat 29 Aug, 8:01am