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Parts of the country are at risk of thunderstorms today, MetService says.
It comes as heavy rain watches are in place for Mount Taranaki, Tasman and the ranges of Westland.
On Saturday morning, MetService said thunderstorms were "bubbling" up within the front moving across the country.
"These could briefly bring heavier rain as the front moves through the stretch between Northland and Taranaki, as well as down the western South Island to Westland."
Mount Taranaki's rain watch was in place until 8pm and could see rainfall amounts approach warning criteria.
Tasman's was in place until 5pm and Westland's until 11pm.
MetService said people were advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case of any changes, or other areas added.