Weather: Heavy rain warnings for South Island, severe gales to batter lower North Island

MetService said snow would also fall in Otago and high-altitude roads across the South Island.

Pack your umbrellas if you’re attending any of the events around the city this weekend. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Toronto, advising of possible “significant rainfall” from Saturday morning to Sunday morning.

Tropical Storm Moke forms in the Pacific Ocean on track to bring more heavy rain to Hawaii's Big Island

Heavy rain is expected for western areas of the South Island on Saturday, ahead of severe gales, high waves and snow on Sunday.

Further showers are forecast on Friday for most parts of the UK

Balmy temperatures expected, with heavy rain and destructive 120km/h winds for parts.

Flooding has already been reported in parts of New York. The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for parts of Queens County and Nassau County until 7:15 p.m. Thursday.Tornado warning issued for Queens County and Nassau County. (UnSplash)Nassau County is located on Long Island, New York. The warning co

Heavy downpours and thunderstorms are also expected in the region

Tourists in Mallorca have been warned to take 'extreme precautions' as thunderstorms, torrential rain and winds of up to 60mph threaten the island.

Merseyside was hit with heavy rain today after a long dry-spell

As heavy rainfall is forecast, driving experts are warning motorists about the potential hazards and costly wet weather driving mistakes that could land them with fines of up to £5,000

The Commissioner also advised Char Dham pilgrims to remain cautious and follow the administration's safety guidelines during the continuing rainfall.

After the drought come the floods: Heavy rain on parched ground sparks warning Milo Pope | Live News reporter Published August 20, 2026 7:27am Updated August 20, 2026 9:20am Some areas could see torrential rain and treacherous driving conditions (Picture: Gareth Fuller/PA Wire) Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected

Worst rain expected Friday, then sunny over weekend but unstable in North

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Parts of the country could see flooding in the coming days - with the Met Office saying "meaningful" rain is finally on the way in drought-hit areas.

‘First meaningful rain for a long time’ is forecast but water firms continue to ask customers to restrict use Floods and drought could hit the UK at the same time this week, with heavy rain forecast to fall on hard, parched soil. While some parts of the UK will have the “first meaningful rain for a long time” in the co