Weather

Typical winter week ahead - cold starts & rain

A broad ridge of high pressure dominates New Zealand early this week, bringing with it settled weather and cool overnight temperatures for many. These single... Read More

Bands of rain to cross New Zealand this week

A west to southwest flow is expected to cover the northern and central New Zealand on Tuesday, says a MetService spokeserson. A northwesterly flow will develop... Read More

Winter weather bringing rain this week

A low pressure system to the north of the country is forecast to move slowly to the northeast of the North Island on Monday, says MetService. On Tuesday,... Read More

What's on - cheerleading, markets, art

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting a fine day with easterlies. It's... Read More

Rare disturbance above Antarctica brings chill

A rare disturbance in the weather above Antarctica will continue to bring unusually cold air to New Zealand. NIWA says each winter, a ring of stormy, freezing... Read More

Clear skies and frosty starts expected for most

After a wet and wild start to the week, calmer conditions are being forecast for most as we reach the weekend. A ridge of high pressure is set to build over... Read More

Heavy rain for BOP and Coromandel overnight

MetService has issued a severe weather watch for Coromandel Peninsula and western Bay of Plenty. "Heavy rain may affect Coromandel Peninsula and western Bay... Read More

Strong winds cause damage in Katikati

A strong gust of wind in Western Bay of Plenty on Tuesday afternoon has resulted in roof tiles being dislodged, and debris and signs sent flying along streets... Read More

Rain, snow and strong winds hit the country

A large area of low pressure brings severe weather to Aotearoa New Zealand this week. MetService is forecasting rain, snow, and strong winds and a raft of... Read More

Heavy rain and snow to hit NZ

Periods of heavy rain and snow are being forecast for parts of the country. The MetService says southeasterly gales are also possible for western parts of... Read More

Severe weather expected over NZ next week

Another very large area of low pressure is growing just west of New Zealand and will bring some severe weather to NZ next week. WeatherWatch.co.nz says this... Read More

Break from winter before cold and rain return

New Zealand are enjoying a brief break from biting winter temperatures. However, MetService forecasts a return to cold and wet winter conditions next week with... Read More