Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
17 September 2025, 8:47 PM
Road Open
Low Avalanche Hazard
Road status:
OPEN from East Gate (Hollyford) to Donne River (Westgate)
Comments:
The road is open and will remain open overnight and throughout Friday, however Friday night into Saturday morning is looking unsettled, so further travel disruptions and overnight closures may be possible. Please drive with care. Any queries please ring 03 249 7004.
Weather forecast for the Homer Tunnel area:
Today: Showers gradually easing.
Tomorrow: Fine at first, but showers developing later with snow possible near the tunnel.
Saturday: Showers turning rain, heavy from evening. Snow possible about the tunnel at first.
Sunday: Heavy rain, easing to showers.
Monday: Periods of rain, possibly heavy.