A severe thunderstorm warning for Gore and Southland was issued shortly after 5.30pm, as MetService warned of heavy rain, hail and "frequent" lightning across the region. This muggy air mass will continue to affect the country through tomorrow. On Monday the South Island will get a respite, followed by the North Island on Tuesday. However, another warm air mass pushes onto the country on Wednesday - this will be replaced by cooler air on Thursday. ⚡ With an unstable air mass in place over NZ, additional thunderstorms are likely today and tonight.

Source: Stuff October 29, 2022 13:20 UTC