New ZealandClear days and cold nights for Whanganui's weekendHigh temperatures were slightly above average for the month.09 Jun 11:21 PM
New ZealandA break from the rain? Auckland set for week of sunny weatherIt will be a welcome reprieve for the sun-starved city.07 Jun 03:33 AM
New Zealand'Severe thunderstorms' on the move, 'very heavy rain' warning for parts of NZThe roads could get slippery and strong gusts could make travel difficult.05 Jun 01:15 AM
New ZealandFour storeys high: The biggest waves recorded around NZ this yearA "one-in-3000 year" wave near Napier has been among the biggest recorded.04 Jun 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fight of our lives': Climate scientist ‘optimistic and pessimistic’ about futureJames Renwick's new book delivers "future forecast" for NZ, but there's time to change it.04 Jun 04:31 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain could spoil King’s Birthday in Hawke’s BayMetService has issued a heavy rain watch for King's Birthday.04 Jun 02:32 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui fashion retailers shift seasonal focus'When it’s warm outside you don’t look for a massive woolly jumper.'31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather war: Could Niwa-MetService competition endanger the Kiwi public?The nation's weather forecasters are going toe to toe to bring Kiwis the latest updates.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaka Kotahi causing ‘mayhem' with Harbour Bridge closures, local board member saysThe bridge was closed five times on Saturday as winds gusted to 91km/h.22 May 06:26 AM
New ZealandWet wet wet: Auckland gets nearly a year’s rainfall in five monthsAuckland's rainfall totals are running nearly three times above average in a sopping 2023.22 May 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Weather forecast conflicts - Govt seeks advice over MetService v Niwa workMinister: 'There is always the opportunity to improve.'19 May 05:02 PM
New ZealandThunder and showers possible but no storm in Hawke’s Bay this weekCold nights and showers ahead for Hawke's Bay.15 May 12:57 AM
New ZealandWhanganui weather: Rain and shine in this week's menu'There’s still a little bit of uncertainty with this system.'15 May 12:11 AM
New ZealandBone-chilling morning: Temps drop to -2.6 but beautiful sunshine on the wayNo wind, snow or rain alerts are in place for New Zealand as the weekend begins.12 May 08:10 PM
New ZealandWhanganui hit with rain and single-digit temperaturesTemperatures got as low as 2.2C in Waiouru.11 May 12:06 AM
New ZealandSunny Mother’s Day pegged for Hawke’s Bay even with winter chillHawke's Bay residents crank up their heaters.10 May 11:17 PM
New ZealandAuckland's state of emergency ends but thunderstorms loom after 1250 lightning strikesA polar blast is being felt across the country with snow falling on both islands.10 May 10:14 PM
New ZealandTornado causes damage in parts of South TaranakiA tornado has caused damage to parts of South Taranaki overnight.09 May 07:57 PM
New ZealandStorm likely to bypass Hawke’s BayA bit of rain and showers, but a fine weekend is forecasted for sunny Hawke's Bay.09 May 05:58 AM
New ZealandTemperatures more than five degrees warmer for start of MayA shift to cooler temperatures is expected to arrive by Thursday.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Drivers urged to take care as heavy rain tears up highwaysMuggy downpours have plagued New Zealand all week.06 May 05:06 AM
New ZealandCentral districts dodge expected heavy rainThe most rainfall recorded in the districts over 24 hours was 44.5mm north of Whanganui.05 May 03:46 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency preparing for 'significant' weather eventMetService issued warnings Northland to Fiordland, watches for Bay of Plenty & Tasman.03 May 01:23 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders bracing for more rain this weekAnother northerly flow with several fronts is set to bring more rain to Northland.01 May 04:38 AM
New ZealandLive: Part of SH1 closed at Dome Valley, Harbour Bridge could close if wind worsensNorthland Civil Defence says Top Energy NZ and Northpower are reporting some outages.30 Apr 04:25 AM
New ZealandLive: Auckland, Northland, Coromandel brace for month's rain in two daysAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown says he has a close eye on sub-tropical storm.29 Apr 10:21 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings upgraded: Upper North Island, Bay of Plenty in firing lineHeavy downpours coming over next few days, with possible flooding; slips expected.29 Apr 09:07 AM
New Zealand'Prepare for the worst': Aucklanders warned as tropical storm approachesWind gusts are forecast to frequently approach or exceed 70km/h this weekend.28 Apr 06:50 PM
New ZealandWhanganui records over 80km/h wind gustsThe strong winds were expected to continue into Tuesday.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandChill alert: NZ in grip of sudden wintry blast, temps plummetingBe sure to start bundling up in preparation for the cold weather.23 Apr 10:24 PM
New Zealand'Tropically charged': NZ set to face stormy and muggy Anzac weekendIt will be mixed bag of weather for much of country this weekend.20 Apr 05:47 AM
New ZealandAuckland floods: Council chief executive apologises over poor storm responseThere was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.18 Apr 06:12 AM