MetService has issued a strong wind warning for large parts of the lower South Island, including Dunedin. Northwesterly gales are forecast to hit exposed areas from about 4am Sunday and lasting until as late as 10am Monday for alpine areas. Dunedin, North Otago, Southland, Clutha, Southern Fiordland and the Canterbury high country are all included in the warning. Central Otago and Southern Lakes regions are under a strong wind watch. The northwesterly winds are expected to bring warm temperatures, with Dunedin forecast to reach 26C and Oamaru 27C.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 03, 2021 03:33 UTC