Weather

Weather watch issued for thunderstorms and hail

A severe weather watch is place for possible thunderstorms and hail in the Bay of Plenty today. The combination of another warm humid day with light winds will... Read More

Biggest weather events of 2020

In 2020, the MetService issued more than 300 Severe Weather Warnings for more than 50 plus weather events. "We've compiled five of the more notable events -... Read More

Keeping a watch out for thunderstorms today

The MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Waikato region with a severe thunderstorm watch remaining in force for other parts of the North... Read More

What‘s on - Bay Dreams, carnival, art, music

Good morning and welcome to Sunday. Kia ora. Kia ngahau me o whanau me o hoa. The weather forecast is for showers, with some heavy but should be easing... Read More

Hazardous driving conditions today due to weather

The MetService have issued a Severe Weather Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Watch this morning with heavy rain expected for eastern Bay of Plenty, Buller and... Read More

Thunderstorm expected today

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued by the MetService for parts of the North Island. Arno Dyason from the MetService says that daytime heating and afternoon... Read More

What‘s on - festival, carnival, fairs and markets

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Kia ora. Kia ngahau me o whanau me o hoa. Around Tauranga today there are a wealth of activities, markets, exhibitions... Read More

Weather forecast for the long weekend

The outlook for New Year's Eve revellers is for mostly fine weather at midnight, with generally light winds and temperatures in the mid-teens. MetService meteorologist... Read More

New Year’s Eve weather forecast

The year appears to be ending on a calm note weatherwise, but 2021 looks to be kicking off with wet weather across the country, says a spokesperson for WeatherWatch. It's... Read More

New Year’s Eve forecast

As the year draws to a close the weather is set to bring a few more curve balls around New Year's Eve. The MetService is forecasting mainly fine weather today... Read More

What‘s on - carnival, cricket, outdoor cinema

Good morning and welcome to Monday. Kia ora. Kia ngahau me o whanau me o hoa. Today's weather is expected to be fine with a chance of an afternoon shower. Also... Read More

Mason Gary Lett’s winter Oropi wonderland

Oropi toddler Mason Gary Lett experienced a winter wonderland surprise this afternoon, right in the middle of a hot humid Tauranga summer. Mason is just... Read More