Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
09 September 2025, 8:39 PM
Road Open
Low Avalanche Hazard
Comments:
The highway has reopened. Snow is expected to continue on and off through much of Wednesday around the tunnel. Snow ploughs are operating, and convoys may be required at times. The road will close again tonight at 5pm, with reopening likely around mid morning Thursday. Snow is now forecast every day through to Sunday, further overnight closures should be expected. Update at 5pm
Weather forecast for the Homer Tunnel area:
Today: Snow showers above 500m
Tomorrow: Snow showers above 800m
Friday: Snow above 800m
Saturday: Snow above 800m
Sunday: Snow above 800m