After a break in the weather on Tuesday, the midweek looks a little more ‘action packed’ as rain moves in and winds pick up.

Another series of low pressure systems is on the way from the Tasman Sea, bringing less stable and more eventful weather this week.

Tuesday

Dark Blue: Heavy rain overnight in Northland into Wednesday morning

A break in the wet weather on Tuesday, as a low approaches from the Tasman Sea, while most of the country will see showers at some point during the day – mostly clearing early showers in the South Island.

 

Wednesday

Dark Blue: Heavy falls at times over the upper, eastern and lower North Island – mainly late in the day

Purple: Strong northeast winds for the northeastern corner of the country 

White: A frosty start for the inner South Island

A low pressure system moves closer to the North Island on Wednesday, bringing a wet east to northeasterly airflow – some heavy rain and strong winds.

 

Thursday

Dark Blue: Heavy rain at times for the East Coast and southern North Island

Purple: Strong southeast winds for the lower half of the North Island and Cook Strait 

Rain for the lower North Island and East Coast eases in the afternoon, although southeasterly winds crank up after midday over the North Island, with brisk to strong winds developing.
Coastal areas feel the winds strongest – especially around Cook Strait and Taranaki.

– Please note, the idea behind this update is to focus on the main weather highlights, which is why not all regions are mentioned. 

For specific 10 day information for your city, town, rural community or island please see the 1000 forecasts on our homepage!

– Aaron Wilkinson & Drew Chappell, WeatherWatch.co.nz