New ZealandGet ready for long, hot summerA long, hot, dry summer is on the way thanks to a returning La Nina weather pattern, say forecasters... 27 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandHail, lightning pummels WellingtonA violent hail and thunder storm has caused two car crashes and left the ground "white like snow" in Wellington. Police have said the storm after 1:30pm had been the catalyst for two crashes...13 Sep 02:19 AM
New ZealandMetService website hacked during busiest weekOnline users visiting the MetService website during this week's polar blast may have contracted a computer virus from malware hidden in online advertisements.17 Aug 03:54 AM
New ZealandWinter's bitter cold set to returnWeather experts are predicting a chilly weekend ahead as an outbreak of cold looks set to move up the country, bringing snow and gales.11 Aug 03:58 AM
New ZealandBig chill brings black ice warningSeveral roads have been reopened after a "15-to-20 year outbreak" of heavy snow and rain conditions sent a chill around New Zealand. The chilly weather is expected to move north over the country this evening.25 Jul 04:04 AM
New ZealandLatest updates: Over 8,800 lightning strikes in NZ todayHeavy rain, sleet and snow is threatening parts of NZ. Follow developments and read reader reaction from your area.13 Jul 08:57 PM
New Zealand'Scary' lightning strike forces Air NZ flight to turn backWeather forecasters say worst of electrical storms over but heavy snow likely in south.13 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandFloods, thunder and more snowThunderstorms are expected to batter the lower North Island and upper South Island, farmers near the Manawatu River are being warned to move stock because of flooding fears and survival kits might be needed in Southland.13 Jul 07:28 AM
New ZealandSnow causing havoc on SI roadsSnow is causing havoc on the South Island's roads as wild weather continues to batter the country and while the storm is now peaking over the country, some places should brace for another rough 48 hours.12 Jul 06:26 AM
New ZealandTwisters and storms set to hit NZThunderstorms are set to strike the southwest of the North Island this morning, with tornadoes possible, as one of the biggest storms of the year lashes the country.10 Jul 08:13 PM
New ZealandWild weather to continueWild weather will continue to lash much of the country over coming days, the Metservice warns. A front is expected to hit the country tonight and tomorrow and the more fronts should bring gales and heavy rain until Wednesday.10 Jul 12:38 AM
