PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Public safety risk': New documents reveal why Niwa is taking over MetServiceThe relationship between the two weather forecasters is tense and duplicative. 26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather outlook: More rain on the way after settled start to the weekMore balmy weather is forecast to kick off the working week – but it won't last for long.17 Nov 07:35 AM
New ZealandNiwa climate outlook: What the Bay can expect for summerPredictions for temperatures, rainfall and soil moisture levels.11 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandScorcher! Areas to hit 30C for the first time in 21 months; police warn of flooded roadsIt appears to be a tale of two islands for this weekend's weather.08 Nov 06:37 PM
New ZealandWill your area hit 30C? Soaring temps tipped as early taste of summer sweeps NZSome areas are expected to reach near 30C in the coming days.06 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: November 6th - 8thMetService Severe Weather Warning: November 6th - 8th Video / MetServiceWatch06 Nov 12:35 AM
New ZealandLong, dry spells loom beyond another messy week of spring weatherA front is forecast to move up the country – but there's also late-week warmth in store.03 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNiwa says summer could be hotter, dryer than average; hot temps for week aheadSome Sth Island areas may have heavy weather today, Nth Island has warmer days coming up.02 Nov 01:09 AM
New ZealandThunder, hailstorms for Auckland before lunch; showers in regions easing in eveningHailstones up to 15mm in diameter are possible, and rainfall of 15mm an hour in places.29 Oct 07:10 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorms and hail to lash NZ, thousands of lightning strikes recorded'Many locations' in the North Island are in for a chance of thunderstorms this evening.29 Oct 06:42 AM
EnvironmentMetService National Weather: October 29th - November 2ndMetService National Weather: October 29th - November 2nd Video / MetServiceWatch28 Oct 11:43 PM
New ZealandBrief respite from wet weather before showers return, warning for holiday motoristsThe middle of the country is forecast to see the most showers during the week.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandShowers forecast for much of NZ, wet week ahead for AucklandWarnings set for parts of the country lapse this morning. Auckland should hit 21C today.26 Oct 06:44 PM
New ZealandSelf-evacuations as West Coast roads flood amid heavy rain, wind warningsMetService says teams are preparing emergency centres ahead of severe weather.26 Oct 06:36 AM
EnvironmentMetService National Weather: October 25th - 28thMetService National Weather: October 25th - 28th. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Oct 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Almost all of New Zealand' to experience rain as motorists flock to holiday spotsPolice have warned motorists to drive safe this Labour weekend after six deaths last year.25 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy traffic delays expected as motorists flock to long weekend holiday spotsAuckland roading hotspots are expected to be heavily congested this afternoon.25 Oct 02:29 AM
New ZealandPower cuts, slips in Lower North Island as wild weather strikes the countryCold temperatures are forecast to plague much of the South Island.24 Oct 07:01 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Severe' Wellington gales cancel flights, strong gusts blast ferry in harbourA total of 23 flights have been cancelled in and out of Wellington Airport.24 Oct 07:11 AM
New ZealandSouth Island braces for downpours, half a metre of rain could fall at altitudeA heavy rain watch has already been issued for Fiordland.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandLong-range weather outlook: Is NZ in for a rain-soaked Labour weekend?A subtropical pulse may deliver NZ a damp end to October. Does La Nina still loom beyond?20 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandThunder, hail, heavy showers tipped for Auckland evening commute; wind warning for Harbour BridgeThe first week of term four kicks off on a wet note for most of the North Island.13 Oct 08:59 PM
New ZealandRisk of thunderstorms, hail for parts of NZ tomorrowStudents may have a wet start to the first day of term.13 Oct 01:08 AM
New ZealandWhat we know about the 'elevated' cyclone risk in NZNorthern New Zealand is at normal to higher-than-normal risk of a tropical cyclone.09 Oct 12:37 AM
New ZealandDrizzle forecast for entire country, heavy showers in Auckland amid sudden 10C drop in tempsPolar jet stream pulls series of cold air surges across NZ today, Sunday, early next week.08 Oct 07:24 PM
New Zealand'Scary night': Dunedin residents say flood like nothing they've seen before'Devastating' and 'chaotic' are how people are describing the situation today.04 Oct 04:15 AM
New ZealandIn pictures: Dunedin streets underwater as state of local emergency declaredMetService says Dunedin is still to get the worst of the weather this afternoon.04 Oct 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Wettest day in a century': How does Dunedin match up with other weather events?Dunedin's 'wettest day in a century' – but how does it compare with other flooding events?04 Oct 03:13 AM
New ZealandOtago flooding: Concern overnight for river levels, Dunedin highways closed, NZDF brought inDunedin and surrounding areas are enduring a once-in-a-century weather event.04 Oct 02:40 AM
LiveNew ZealandDunedin cut off: Floodwaters close state highways, second rain 'peak' later today, Clutha declares state of emergencyOfficials hoping for breaks in the weather to help ease surface flooding.04 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandSouth Dunedin residents ‘encouraged’ to self-evacuate as flood waters rise'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService03 Oct 09:29 AM
New Zealand'Threat to life': What you need to know about Otago's red heavy rain warningIt is the first red warning issued for Otago since MetService started the system in 2019.03 Oct 07:21 AM
LiveNew Zealand‘Exceptional situation’: Dunedin residents warned of overnight downpour, asked to stay home'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService03 Oct 07:04 AM
New ZealandWeather warnings across NZ: Severe thunderstorms, potential flash flooding and 80km/h galesMetService issued a swathe of alerts for the South and North Islands.02 Oct 04:17 AM
