Auckland in for thunderstorms and possibly hail

Auckland is in for thunderstorms and possibly even hail. Photo / NZ Herald

Much of New Zealand is in for a wet day, with thunder storms and even hail possible over Auckland.

"What we're seeing today is showery conditions over the country.

Much of the country is already experiencing showers," MetService meteorologist Karl Loots said.

There was a "moderate risk" of thunder showers on the west coast of the South Island and in the North Island from Taranaki northwards, including for Auckland and Bay of Plenty.

In Auckland, the thunder showers could hit this morning and afternoon, but the temperature was forecast to reach 15C.

"It's going to be showery, some heavy showers and possibly thunders storms and hail," Mr Loots said.

The North Island's east cost should be mostly fine, while the east coast of the South Island would become wetter later.