There is a moderate risk of severe thunderstorms with localised downpours (25 to 40 mm per hour) over Auckland, Great Barrier Island, Waikato, Coromandel Peninsula and Bay of Plenty west of Te Puke from this afternoon until early Wednesday morning. Note, the risk over Auckland is easing tonight.

Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips.

Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain.

Note: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and monitor for possible Severe Thunderstorm Warnings.

For information on preparing for and keeping safe during a storm, see the Civil Defence Get Ready website

First published 10 Nov 2026 · Source: MetService (opens in a new tab)