Strong Southwest Gails Into Wednesday

A strong, cold southwest flow will spread over the country today. The strongest winds are likely to affect eastern parts of the lower South Island during Tuesday and early Wednesday.

This Watch is for the likelihood that west to southwest gales could approach severe gale about North Otago, Dunedin, Clutha, and southern parts of Southland.

In the far south, southwest gales are expected to be accompanied by wintry showers, and although significant snowfall is not expected, conditions could pose a challenge for stock and make driving hazardous.