A severe thunderstorm watch in place for the upper North Island this afternoon has not failed to disappoint Aucklanders. Video / Ella Wilks / Michelle RobsonAuckland has been hit by spectacular thunderstorms this afternoon with residents reporting lightning and hail. And it's expected to continue for the upper North Island with a severe thunderstorm watch for Auckland and Northland which is expected to lift at 7pm. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Auckland and Northland this afternoon. Details here https://t.co/GZIq9Jlbrw ^SG pic.twitter.com/lUpLVloyAp — MetService (@MetService) August 29, 2021The forcaster predicted downpours of 25 to 35 mm/h and possibly hail.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 29, 2021 04:06 UTC