NZ Weather Forecast - Friday 12th April 2024

Wet weather along the South Island west coast continues this afternoon and eases in the evening, although thunderstorms stay in the mix until Friday morning. Wet weather also continues to affect Southland and the top of the South Island into early Friday. Attention then shifts to the North Island late Thursday into Friday morning as the rain band moves across with possible downpours from thunderstorms. Heavy Rain Watches and Orange Warnings and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, and Strong Wind Watches are in place. Friday morning’s commute may well be a very wet and windy one for the upper North Island. A rapid cooldown is expected Thursday night into Friday for the eastern and lower South Island, bringing snowfall to elevated areas of Otago and Canterbury. Road Snowfall Warnings have been issued for the Milford Road and the Crown Range Road, with a sharp temperature drop anticipated in eastern areas. --- Visit www.metservice.com for the latest NZ wea