New ZealandNew Year weather: What to expectNew Year's Eve revellers can expect a warm and sunny day in most parts of the country, but the good weather will be short-lived.30 Dec 09:23 PM
New ZealandWest in for worst of El Nino rainOctober temperatures were predicted to be average, or above average, in the east of both islands.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandBrace yourselves for a cold burstSnow is falling in Dunedin and other parts of Otago and Southland as a burst of cold air comes across the country.06 Sep 12:02 AM
New ZealandWeather: 'It's going to be very wet to start'It's going to be a stormy start to spring with rain on the radar throughout the country.30 Aug 12:39 AM
New ZealandSpring set for a wet startBatten down the hatches - spring is on the way and its first week brings wet and windy weather.29 Aug 12:24 AM
BusinessMetService vying for million dollar BBC contractThe MetService has confirmed it is vying for the multi-million pound weather forecasting contract on BBC TV.23 Aug 02:52 AM
New ZealandEnjoy the sun, we're in for a wet weekMetService meteorologist Stephen Glassey said there were a few showers affecting Northland and Taranaki today, as well as some cloud over the central North Island.23 Aug 01:04 AM
New ZealandTemperatures plummet to zeroA cold snap sweeping across the country has made for a frosty start to the week and disrupted flights, roads and schools in Dunedin.09 Aug 10:22 PM
New ZealandBearing up to the cold spellAucklanders who shivered through another cold night will be pleased to know the showers that brought hail to many places yesterday will ease today.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolar blast turns the country whiteHail has pelted Aucklanders today, while snow has paved the Desert Rd and blanketed Dunedin.09 Aug 01:02 AM
New ZealandBrace yourselves for a bitter cold snapHeavy snow and bitterly cold southerlies are expected in parts of the country today.08 Aug 10:04 PM
New ZealandWintry blast heading northA wintry blast which battered the South Island over night is now making its way north, with several weather watches and warnings in place.07 Aug 07:51 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain set to sweep South IslandHeavy rain is forecast to sweep the South Island this morning as most centres settle in for a drizzly day.26 Jul 12:47 AM
New ZealandWeather ravages the northA short and sharp weather bomb hit Auckland and the Bay of Plenty today causing surface flooding and damage to some homes throughout the regions.17 Jul 11:08 PM
New ZealandBig freeze prompts emergency calloutsThe freezing temperatures have caused burst water pipes and hot water cylinders and flooding in Auckland and Hamilton homes.12 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandRain to subside as chill sets inRain that has caused flooding in areas of the lower North Island has finally eased off, however it looks set to be replaced with freezing temperatures.21 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandHuge Wellington waves may returnYesterday's destructive waves are likely to become a more common occurrence, says a councillor from the worst-hit parts of Wellington.15 Jun 03:48 AM
New ZealandHuge waves smash into Wellington coastMassive waves caused havoc on Wellington's south coast, sending boulders onto roads, despite fine and sunny weather in the region today.14 Jun 06:05 AM
New ZealandMixed weather forecast on the cardsMetService meteorologist Rob Kerr said there was a weather watch in place for some snow in areas of Fiordland, Otago and Southland last night.12 Jun 10:46 PM
New ZealandHuge waves scatter debris on roadsHuge waves and powerful winds have scattered debris and stopped traffic on coastal roads in central parts of the country today.27 May 06:37 AM
New ZealandWeather: Temperatures plunge in MayTemperatures have plummeted unusually sharply this month, with the mild start to May now a distant memory - and next month looks set to be even colder.24 May 07:14 AM
New ZealandRain continues to lash North IslandGet out those raincoats, gumboots and umbrellas as rain and wind are set to continue lashing the upper North Island.23 May 11:13 PM
New ZealandWild weather takes a cold turnWild weather which caused havoc across the North Island this week has made way for cooler temperatures and southerly winds.15 May 09:56 PM
New ZealandPost-tornado cleanup in Mount MaunganuiCleanup efforts have started. Mount Maunganui Intermediate will be closed Friday after announcing that it had suffered “considerable damage”.14 May 08:14 AM
New ZealandEl Nino to return with rain and droughtClimate scientists are warning that a large, ocean-driven El Nino system could bring unwelcome weather extremes this year, making the east coast drier.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWest Coast rain gauge can't deal with heavy rainThe Metservice says it will have to change its rain gauge at Haast because it is “not responding well to periods of heavy rain”.13 May 04:34 AM
New ZealandWet, windy weather this weekHeavy rain and gales were expected for some areas tonight and tomorrow, with thunderstorms possible in or around Auckland.11 May 07:18 AM
New ZealandWeekend weather: Rain, sun on the wayRain is likely for most of the country tomorrow before high pressure will bring sunshine on Sunday, forecasters say.17 Apr 05:32 AM
New ZealandChill heads off but wet sets inThe cold snap that left much of the country shivering is now on its way out, but don't celebrate too soon: a wet weekend is on the cards.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSunny start to Easter weekendThe Easter weekend gets off a sunny start for most of the country today, but cloud and drizzle are on the way for Sunday Easter egg hunts.02 Apr 08:49 PM
