New Zealand'Swirling mass': Auckland thunderstorms set to lash end of school holidaysThunderstorms with hail are forecast for Auckland and Northland from Friday night.02 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandHighways closed, temps drop to sub-zero as cold snap sweeps up countrySnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 09:58 PM
New Zealand'Bit of a bang': Antarctic cold snap brings freezing temperatures for NZSnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandActive Southern Ocean to bring waves of rain, possible thunderstorms this weekA large low-pressure system is set to approach from the Tasman Sea.29 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Changeable weather for the whole week': Waves of thunderstorms to roll over NZ todayWeather warnings have been issued for parts of the country as gales, heavy rain forecast.28 Sep 10:33 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 25th-28thMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 25th-28th. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Sep 01:39 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and storms set to batter northern North IslandThunderstorms and localised downpours are expected across Northland this morning.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch issued for Bay of PlentyTwo separate weather fronts are driving widespread rain across the North Island.22 Sep 11:23 PM
New ZealandSouthern Ocean low, subtropical 'plume of moisture': Waves of rain to lash school holidaysForecasters say low pressure in the Southern Ocean will drive rain and strong winds.22 Sep 04:18 AM
New ZealandAI-powered supercomputer delivers faster, more precise weather forecastsThe Cascade supercomputer makes five-day forecasts as reliable as two-day ones.22 Sep 03:29 AM
LiveNew ZealandWild weather leaves hundreds without power in Canterbury and WellingtonStrong wind and heavy rain warnings are in place over the South Island this weekend.20 Sep 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely nuts': Hailstorm hits ahead of school holiday 'atmospheric river' Hail blanketed streets in Bethlehem, Tauranga, leaving lawns icy for hours.19 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Not looking very good': Cloud may spoil rare eclipse61% of the sun will be covered between 5.41am and 8.36am – or all of it if it's cloudy.19 Sep 12:54 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 19th-21stMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 19th-21st. Video / MetServiceWatch19 Sep 12:36 AM
New ZealandWild winds and rain set for start of school holidaysFriday night will be unseasonably cold in the North Island.18 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandIncoming storm: 120km/h gales, heavy rain to wallop regionsSevere weather warnings are in place for parts of the North and South islands.16 Sep 01:34 AM
New ZealandSevere winds and thunderstorms set to batter parts of NZ this weekendMetService warns gusts could reach 110km/h alongside heavy rain.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency Management: Thunderstorms and their warningsBe Prepared. Video released by the NZ Emergency Management team teach us about how to prepare and the importance of understanding the warning signs during an Emergency. Video / RNZWatch12 Sep 06:38 AM
New ZealandEmergency Management: Weather warnings and what to doBe Prepared. Video released by the NZ Emergency Management team teach us about how to prepare and the importance of understanding the warning signs during an Emergency. Video / RNZWatch12 Sep 06:38 AM
New ZealandLightning strikes Wellington flats as SH2 reopens after fierce stormState Highway 2 is closed due to severe winds in Wellington tonight.05 Sep 11:23 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as thunderstorms, strong winds hit South IslandStrong northwest winds and heavy rain will affect the Canterbury High Country.04 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4thMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday September 4th. Video / MetServiceWatch04 Sep 02:34 AM
New ZealandFarmer recounts lightning strike ordealHe passed out and lost his vision for five to 10 minutes after being hit by lightning.03 Sep 04:51 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather September 2 - 3MetService National Weather September 2 - 3. Video / MetServiceWatch02 Sep 03:31 AM
New Zealand'Rounds of heavy rain': Spring starts with gusty winds, snow, chilly temperatures'We are expecting areas in the North Island to be frosty.'01 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandNormal Air NZ schedule to take two days to return, power cut to 300+ homes as gales lift roofsFirefighters responded to more than 110 calls for help after gales lashed the top of NZ.31 Aug 08:06 PM
LifestyleWhen does spring start? We don't actually knowSpring is meant to start today, but not everyone will mark the change of season.31 Aug 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe wind gusts': Wild winds sweep Akl, hit trees, bring traffic chaos to Harbour BridgeMetService has issued an orange strong wind warning for Auckland.31 Aug 04:55 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Akl Harbour Bridge likely to close tomorrow during strong wind gustsExpect gusty winds and showers across the country tomorrow.30 Aug 07:30 AM
New Zealand'Strongest winds': NZ braces for weekend of extreme weather, thunderstorms Auckland will face the strongest winds and thunderstorms on Sunday.29 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLightning strikes, thunderstorms hit Auckland amid wild windsThunderstorms and strong winds are expected to peak on Sunday.29 Aug 08:28 AM
New ZealandSpeed limits stay on Harbour Bridge amid high winds as rush-hour hitsMotorists are advised to drive cautiously, especially those in high-sided vehicles.29 Aug 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Thunderstorm risks': Heavy winds, rain to hit NZ during last weekend of winterNorthland, Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo and Whanganui are all in the firing line.28 Aug 08:22 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather: August 29thMetService Severe Weather: August 29th. Video / MetServiceWatch28 Aug 05:47 AM