Weather update 27 June 2026

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Published: 27 June 2026

UPDATE: 9.30AM, 27 June 2026

Weather update – Recovery and clean-up underway

All weather warnings for Lower Hutt have now been lifted. While conditions have improved, the ground remains saturated and there is still a risk of landslips, surface flooding and debris, particularly if further rain falls.

Please continue to:

  • Take care when travelling around the city and during clean-up.
  • Avoid unstable slopes, slip areas and damaged roads or tracks.
  • Be cautious around pooled water, mud and silt, which may be contaminated.
  • Follow advice from Hutt City Council and MetService.

Our crews will continue working across the city as clean-up and recovery efforts continue.

Facilities and tracks

  • Council facilities are open and operating as usual.
  • Please take extra care on tracks and trails, where unstable ground and fallen trees may still be present.

Landslips

Although the heavy rainfall has passed, the risk of landslips remains.

Watch for signs such as:

  • Small slips, rock falls or ground movement.
  • New cracks or bulges in the ground, roads, footpaths or retaining walls.
  • Tilting trees, fences or retaining walls.
  • Doors and windows that suddenly become difficult to open or close.
  • Steps, decks or verandas moving away from your house.

If you notice any of these warning signs, move to a safe location and report slips affecting public areas to Council on 04 570 6666. If there is an immediate threat to life, call 111.

For more information about landslips, visit our landslips webpage or the Earth Sciences New Zealand website.

Who to contact

  • Emergency: Call 111 if there is an immediate threat to life or property.
  • Power outages or fallen power lines: Wellington Electricity.
  • Wastewater issues: Wellington Water.
  • Roads, footpaths, public spaces or streetlights: Hutt City Council.

If your home or property has been affected, contact your insurer as soon as possible for advice and support with clean-up and insurance claims.

UPDATE: 2pm 27 June

🌧️ AFTERNOON WEATHER UPDATE

Heavy rain has eased across much of the city this afternoon, however Council crews continue to monitor conditions closely.

🌊 Waterways

Current river and stream levels remain stable:

* Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River is currently holding steady.
* Waiwhetū Stream and the Wainuiomata River remain comfortably below their alarm levels and are slowly receding.

⚠️ Surface flooding

We continue to receive reports of surface flooding and ponding across a number of areas in the city.

There is significant surface flooding along Marine Drive, with debris on the road in places. Please take extra care if travelling through the area and avoid driving through flood water.

Port Road remains flooded and conditions will be reassessed at approximately 4:00pm.

🚗 Transport

* SH2 southbound is reduced to one lane due to a wastewater overflow.
* Please expect delays and drive to the conditions.

⚠️ Slips

While rainfall has eased, the ground remains saturated and the risk of slips remains high.

Please continue to watch for signs of slips, particularly around steep banks and hillsides, and avoid unstable areas where possible.

🚨 If you see flood waters rising around your property or feel unsafe, do not wait. Evacuate to higher ground and seek shelter with friends or whānau if you can. Call 111 if there is an immediate threat to life or property.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide further updates if the situation changes.

UPDATE: 5:35PM, 26 June 2026

🌧️ WEATHER UPDATE

Clean-up crews continue to respond across the city as heavy rain impacts parts of Lower Hutt.

We are aware of surface flooding around the bays heading toward Eastbourne, particularly in York Bay, where the left-hand lane is affected.

Please take extra care. There is sea debris hidden in the flood water, which may not be visible.

Other current updates:

* A tree is down on Pilcher Crescent, Naenae. Treescapes are attending.
* There is a small slip on the corner of Port Road and Seaview Road.
* SH2 remains open.
* Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub is open until 7:30pm.
* Te Ngaengae and Huia Pools are open until 8pm.

⚠️ If you see flood waters rising around your property or you feel unsafe, do not wait. Evacuate immediately to higher ground and seek shelter with friends or whānau if you can. Call 111 if there is an immediate threat to life or property.

Please avoid driving through flood water and only travel if necessary.

🗑️ RUBBISH COLLECTION UPDATE

Due to today's weather, rubbish collections could not be completed in some streets.

If you live in one of the streets below, please bring your bin in tonight and place it back on the kerb by 7:00am tomorrow for collection.

Affected streets:

* Parkway
* Matariki Grove
* Kawatiri Grove
* Mataura Grove
* Mohaka Street
* Mitimiti Grove
* Kerepehi Grove
* Mimihau Grove
* Karamea Grove
* Momona Street
* Kairanga Crescent
* Brian Morgan Terrace
* Kumeroa Grove
* Grovedale Square
* Kaponga Street
* Konini Street
* Rakaia Grove
* Karamu Crescent
* Manutuke Street
* Tōtara Street
* Sun Valley Grove
* Rātā Street
* Meremere Street
* Hinau Grove

Thank you for your patience while our crews work through today's weather impacts.

UPDATE: 4:32PM, 26 June 2026

🌧️ WEATHER UPDATE – LOWER HUTT 🌧️

Heavy rain continues across Lower Hutt, particularly in the eastern hills, including Naenae, Epuni, Waiwhetū and Wainuiomata. With prolonged rainfall, we are seeing impacts across the city.

🌊 Flooding and waterways

The Wainuiomata River and Waiwhetū Stream are currently elevated following this afternoon's high tide.

Council crews are monitoring both waterways closely. At this stage there are no changes to the current advice, however we will continue to assess conditions and provide updates if required.

We are also aware of:
* Surface flooding at the corner of Whitehall Road and Wellington Road in Wainuiomata, with crews responding.
* The Port Road and Barnes Street intersection remains closed due to flooding.

Please do not drive through flood water.

⚠️ Slips

The ground is saturated and the risk of slips remains high.

We are aware of:
* A slip in Lowry Bay affecting two properties. FENZ is on site.
* A slip on the Wainuiomata side of Wainui Hill Road. A lane closure has been put in place. Please expect delays and follow traffic management.

Please stay alert for signs of slips and avoid unstable areas.

🚗 Travel

Please take extra care if you're travelling this afternoon.

* Traffic is congested as people head home.
* Public transport is running behind schedule.
* Rocks have been reported on SH2. Drive to the conditions and expect delays.

Avoid non-essential travel if possible.

⚡ Power

We are aware of a power outage affecting parts of Avalon and Taitā.

If you come across fallen power lines, treat them as live and stay well clear.

ℹ️ Community updates

* HuttFest has also been cancelled due to power outages

* Riverbank Market Lower Hutt has been cancelled tomorrow.

🚨 If there is an immediate threat to life or property, call 111.

We will continue to provide updates via our website and social media channels as conditions change.

UPDATE: 2:57PM, 26 June 2026

🚧 TRAFFIC UPDATE – WAINUI HILL ROAD

A lane closure (Lower Hutt bound) will be put in place on Wainui Hill Road within the next 90 minutes following a slip on the Wainuiomata side of the hill.

Please take extra care if you're travelling through the area and expect delays while traffic management is put in place.

Our crews will continue to monitor the site and we'll provide further updates if conditions change.

UPDATE: 2:35PM, 26 June 2026

The Wainuiomata River and Waiwhetū Stream are currently rising as we move through this afternoon's high tide.

Council crews are monitoring both waterways closely and will continue to assess conditions.

At this stage there are no changes to the current advice. We will provide further updates if conditions change or any impacts are identified.

UPDATE: 12.15PM, 26 June 2026

Port Rd and Barnes St intersection is closed due to flooding.

UPDATE: 11.55AM, 26 June 2026

Due to the weather, the Riverbank Market Lower Hutt is cancelled tomorrow.

Update: 11.20AM, 26 June 2026

The Riverbank carpark is closing at 2pm ahead of further rain. Please move your vehicle immediately. You can move to any Council car parks.

UPDATE: 10.10AM, 26 June 2026

STRONG WIND, HEAVY RAIN AND HEAVY SWELL WARNINGS remain in place ⚠️

We have started to see some impacts from the weather warnings today, including power outages, flights and ferries cancelled, and reports of trees downs and roofs lifting.

We actively monitoring the situation. Please continue to follow their channels for local updates.

Remember:

⚠️ Take extra care when walking, cycling, or driving, especially if you're riding a motorcycle or driving a high-sided vehicle.

⚠️ Strong winds may bring debris, fallen trees, downed power lines, or damaged infrastructure.

🌊 Coastal roads may be affected by high swells. Please drive carefully and plan ahead.

🌳 Avoid using bush tracks and reserves where possible until the weather settles

🏠 Secure outdoor items such as wheelie bins, trampolines, and outdoor furniture that could be blown around.

♻️ If your rubbish bin isn't full, consider waiting until your next collection or putting it out on the morning of collection rather than the night before. If you do need to put it out, use a wheelie bin clip.

📞Who to contact:

* If there is an immediate threat to life or property, call 111.

* Power outages or fallen power lines: Wellington Electricity.

* Wastewater issues: Wellington Water.

* Roads, footpaths, public spaces, or streetlights: Hutt City Council.

Our teams are monitoring conditions closely and are ready to respond if required. We'll share updates if there are any impacts to local communities, roads, facilities, or pathways.