Periods of heavy rain for Westland, Southland and Clutha
The area at risk of severe thunderstorms in the South Island, along with the chance of 20mm-plus hail, are from the Nelson Lakes and south through the central South Island to inland Otago, Clutha and the east of Southland.A low over the Tasman Sea and a series of troughs are expected to move southeast over the country today (Monday) and Tuesday morning, bringing rain or showers to many areas, with heavy falls and isolated thunderstorms.
People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecast here.
Area: Westland
Valid: 21 hours from 3:00pm Tuesday to 12:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria (eg 80 to 90mm in 24h).
Area: Southland and Clutha, excluding Stewart Island
Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Tuesday to 9:00am Wednesday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall amounts may approach locally reduced warning criteria (eg 40 to 50mm in 12h).
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