More low pressure zones keep the showers and thunderstorms coming for many South Pacific nations this coming week, in particular Vanuatu, Fiji and maybe Tonga (Tonga is also close to some very dry weather - but for now Tonga is forecast to receive up to 200mm.

In the Northern Hemisphere Japan has another wintry storm this week, mostly deepening offshore to the east. It will then track up to Alaska. Rain makers continue for the western United States bringing more rain and snow into California.