Source: Radio New Zealand
A severe thunderstorm watch remains in place for Auckland and Northland, with intense rainfall possible.
MetService said rising temperatures were likely to cause heavy showers and thunderstorms, with the watch in place until 9pm Sunday.
Localised downpours of 25-40 mm/h were possible.
The forecaster said surface and flash flooding were also possible in areas around streams, rivers and narrow valleys.
Showers building!
Daytime heating is causing showers in areas of the North Island. There is a Severe Thunderstorm Watch out for Northland and northern parts of Auckland.
We’ve also got risks of heavy showers and thunderstorms down to Bay of Plenty as well.…
— MetService (@MetService) November 9, 2025
There are risks of heavy showers and thunderstorms in Bay of Plenty, while the ranges of the Westland District in the South Island are under a heavy rain watch until Monday night.
MetService said the watch had a moderate chance of being upgraded to a warning.
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