Strong wind warnings and heavy rain watches have been issued for parts of the South Island as wild start to spring continues.

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in the South Island today.

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in the South Island today.

Temperatures are set to soar up to 15C above average across the country, with high fire danger warnings in place in several states, with warm weather...

Lightning has been lighting up the skies in many areas, with weather watches in place through Sunday morning.

Expect strong winds at sea between Table Bay and Plettenberg Bay, and morning fog patches across several regions, according to the South African...

Up to 200mm of rain is expected in some places, and weather warnings have been issued.

MetService is warning people drive cautiously in the weather and avoid low-lying areas.

MetService is warning people drive cautiously in the weather and avoid low-lying areas.

The South African Weather Service has forecast warm conditions with sunny skies, a high chance of wind and isolated rain across the country.