New Zealand Prepares for Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms

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Published: 2026-06-02
Category: weather
Source: MetService
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Parts of New Zealand are forecast to experience significant rainfall and potential thunderstorms on Tuesday, with precipitation possibly reaching warning levels. Expected rain totals range from 90 to 130 mm, with intense localized downpours. This weather could lead to rapidly rising waterways, surface flooding, landslides, and hazardous driving conditions.

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