Weather Forecasts, Road Conditions, and Weather Radar for SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link

Road Conditions for SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link

The SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link is a major highway in New Zealand running between Tauranga and Paengaroa. The route is approximately 23 kilometres long and is one of the busiest highways in the country. The road conditions on the SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link are generally good, with two lanes in each direction and a wide median strip between them. The speed limit is 100 km/h, although in some sections it is reduced to 80 km/h. The road surface is mostly asphalt, although there are some sections with the original chip seal. The road is well-maintained, with regular brushing and line-marking taking place. There are also several passing lanes along the route, which can help to reduce congestion on busy days. The road also features several bridges and tunnels, which help to add to the scenic beauty of the route. All in all, the SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link is a safe and efficient way to travel between Tauranga and Paengaroa.

Weather Conditions for SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link

The SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link experiences a range of weather conditions throughout the year. In the summer months, from December to February, temperatures range from 20-25 degrees Celsius during the day and can drop to around 10 degrees Celsius at night. These months also experience an average of 8-10 hours of sunshine per day with light to moderate winds.

In the autumn (March to May), temperatures tend to drop to around 15 degrees Celsius during the day and 5 degrees Celsius at night. These months tend to experience more rainfall than the summer months, with an average of 2-3 inches of rain per month. The wind speeds also tend to increase, with gusts of up to 30 km/hr being common.

In the winter months (June to August), temperatures can drop to as low as 0 degrees Celsius at night, with an average of around 5-10 degrees Celsius during the day. Rainfall is also higher during these months, with an average of 3-4 inches of rain per month. Wind speeds can be stronger during these months, with gusts of up to 40 km/hr being common.

The spring months (September to November) mark the transition from winter to summer. Temperatures begin to warm up again, with an average temperature of 10-15 degrees Celsius during the day and 5-10 degrees Celsius at night. Rainfall is still higher than the summer months, with an average of 2-3 inches of rain per month. Wind speeds gradually decrease, with gusts of up to 20 km/hr being common.

This map shows the current & 7-day weather forecast, road conditions, and weather radar for SH 2 Tauranga Eastern Link.