Severe Weather Warnings and Watches

Issued by MetService at 9:46am Monday 16 Mar 2026

A front approaches the South Island from the Tasman Sea on Tuesday and moves over Fiordland early Wednesday morning.

A Heavy Rain Watch is in force. People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts.

Heavy Rain Watch - Yellow

Area: Fiordland west of the Lakes

Period: 10hrs from 10:00pm Tuesday 17 Mar 2026 to 8:00am Wednesday 18 Mar 2026

Forecast: A period of heavy rain, and amounts may approach warning criteria.
Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.

An update for severe weather will be issued by: 9:00pm Monday 16 Mar 2026

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