Severe thunderstorms and high temperatures forecast for parts of the South Island

Tuesday 18 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 18 Feb 2025, 1:13pm

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MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Southland, southern Central Otago, and parts of Dunedin and Clutha until 9pm on Tuesday. These storms could bring rainfall rates of 25mm to 40mm per hour, potentially causing flooding and slips. Meanwhile, Christchurch is expected to experience high temperatures.

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1. The PressTue 18 Feb 2025, 10:17am

   Severe thunderstorms expected down south, high temperatures for Christchurch (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 18 Feb 2025, 10:44am

   Wet start to day for most places, worst weather forecast for lower South Island (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesTue 18 Feb 2025, 1:13pm

   Severe thunderstorms expected in the South (opens in new tab)