Wednesday sees the introduction of a new low pressure system heading onto the country – with some torrential spells of rain possible in parts of the North Island.

As that low pressure system meets a southerly airflow coming up from the Southern Ocean, it could lead to some very heavy falls at times – and even a few thunderstorms.

 

Wednesday

Dark Blue: Heavy falls at times over the upper, eastern and lower North Island – many 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.

 

Friday

Purple: Strong southerly winds from Cook Strait up to the East Coast of the North Island

The southerly winds, which will affect areas from Cook Strait to Gisborne and Wairarapa, ease from afternoon.

– 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