Weather

Summer of cyclones?

Aotearoa has already had a brush with an ex-tropical cyclone this summer, but at least one more could be on the way. The country is halfway through a period of... Read More

New Year‘s sunshine

Southwesterlies ease and clear skies develop across the country this weekend, with MetService forecasting a delightful start to the New Year, perfect for firing... Read More

AA and SPCA’s issues hot car warning to public

As the days are getting hotter, the AA and SPCA are reminding motorists to never leave their children or pets in parked cars - no matter where or how the car is... Read More

Warm weather expected for NYE

A warm night is on the cards as people prepare to farewell 2021 on Friday. High pressure is likely to dominate New Zealand for the last day and night of 2021,... Read More

Weather recap for 2021

Weather around New Zealand is often changeable, sometimes severe and at times it can be deemed extreme! This year MetService issued Warnings for around 60 Severe... Read More

High pressure returning from Aus as tropics bubble

High pressure, currently south of Aussie, is heading towards NZ and will reach us by New Year's Eve and cover the nation on New Year's Day and this weekend, says... Read More

Rain clouds flirting with the north

It's a cooler than normal day for the south and east of the South Island, while clouds in the north limit how hot it may get there. "The north of NZ is still... Read More

Christmas forecast

As Kiwis across the country finalise their Christmas weekend plans the atmosphere seems to be playing along. MetService is forecasting the current, settled weather... Read More

The great debate: when does summer begin?

Today is the day when the sun reaches its highest position in the sky. It will be the Southern Hemisphere's longest day of the year. Also known as the summer... Read More

A lull after the storms in time for Christmas

A summery beach weather day is looking promising for most places around New Zealand this Christmas, according to MetService forecasts. But there's still plenty... Read More

Severe weather warning for central and southern NZ

For those planning their holiday journeys leading up to Christmas, it's important to note that a severe weather warning has been issued by MetService on Sunday... Read More

What‘s on - markets, carols, croquet, yachts

Good morning and welcome to Sunday. It's only six more sleeps until Christmas Day. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService... Read More