Rain and thunderstorms forecast for North Island with southern snow

Stuff1NewsTuesday 19 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Most of the North Island is expected to experience rain and a risk of thunderstorms on Tuesday. Meanwhile, snowfall warnings and road snow warnings are in effect for parts of the South Island. Gisborne and Hawke's Bay are expected to remain dry until the afternoon.

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First reported by Stuff, Tue 19 Aug 2025, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 hours
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    Thunderstorm and hail risk lingers for North Island, and snow in the South (opens in new tab)

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    Rain for most of North Island, risk of thunderstorms (opens in new tab)