A front is expected to bring rain and a low risk of thunderstorms to western parts of the North Island. Photo: MetService
A front is expected to bring rain and a risk of severe thunderstorms to western parts of the North Island.
MetService watches are in place for Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo and Taranaki until early Tuesday morning.
Although the risk of thunderstorms is low, MetService said the risk of "localised downpours" was moderate.
Up to 40mm/h of rain is possible, which MetService said could cause surface or flash flooding.
Low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, are most at risk of flooding and even slips, MetService warned.
A front recently hit southern and central parts of the country - the West Coast in particular.
However, the watches and warnings for the South Island had since been lifted.
Meteorologist Clare O'Connor told Morning Report 15mm of rain hit Westport in the last hour.
Wellington also saw wind gusts of up to 110km/h, she said.
"Just make sure if you are out and about you are being careful and aware of the conditions."
O'Connor said more wet weather was due to hit New Zealand again mid week.
She said she wasn't aware of any issues from the rain overnight.
With heavy rain watches and warnings out, you might be wondering what this means for you!! Here is a rain accumulation map over the next 48 hours
— MetService (@MetService) May 25, 2025
⛈️The west coast of the South Island will see the most of it, with up to 200mm forecast in some areas, most of which is… pic.twitter.com/Til0zqt4yd
The weather forecaster said overnight, the highest rainfall was at Arthur's Pass, with 120 millimetres in the last 12 hours.
A few places in the Canterbury High Country had rainfall in the 60-70mm range, with some lightning strikes mostly over the water.
Rain is expected to hit Wellington by 7am on Monday.
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