New Zealand faces 72 hours of extreme weather, including thunderstorms, hail, rain, and snow in most regions.

New Zealand is bracing for extreme weather conditions over the next 72 hours, including thunderstorms, hail, rain, and snow in most regions. Auckland faces rush-hour thunderstorms, and there is a risk of localized heavy rain and snowfall on elevated parts of Otago and Canterbury, affecting some high-level roads. The MetService has issued road snowfall warnings for alpine passes in the South Island, expecting 1-3cm of accumulation. The South Island's weather is expected to improve over the weekend, but the North Island will experience wet and cold conditions until Sunday.

August 08, 2024
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