The deep low that brought flooding, slips, powercuts and a dramatic thunderstorm to the North Island over the past 36 hours is today expected to remain centered just off East Cape meaning North Islanders are in for another windy, wet, day.

The wettest regions will be those in the east mainly East Cape, Gisborne, Wairoa, Napier, Hastings, Masterton and Wairarapa.  Other regions in the North Island may see some morning rain or showers but conditions generally drying out as the day progresses.

However the southerly or south easterly will make for a cold day in the east of the island with even Auckland only reaching 11 or 12 today.  Those winds will be gusty in most places – so wear extra clothing today to stay warm.

A more east or north east flow in the South Island will make for another chilly day for Marlborough and Canterbury too, while light winds in Otago and Southland means more highs closer to zero than 10 for some and certainly single digits for most.

The low will linger for another day or so before clearing the country late on Wednesday, possibly Thursday for places like Gisborne.

Meanwhile all eyes are on the next low – possibly a similar sized rain and wind maker this Saturday and Sunday.  WeatherWatch.co.nz will keep you posted!

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