New ZealandStorm brewing as weather officials disagree over 'giant storm' to affect NZThere's disagreement between weather officials as to how much of an impact it will have.06 Aug 11:45 PM
New ZealandThe big chill: Flights delayed, heavy snowfall closes highways, Desert RdMetService issues further road snowfall warnings as the big chill continues.04 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandClimate scientist: It's cold now, but NZ just saw record warmest JulyNZ just had its warmest July, if a wider number of climate stations are covered.03 Aug 11:23 PM
New ZealandPolar blast: Heavy rain as cold air surges from AntarcticRoad snow warnings are in force across much of New Zealand.03 Aug 08:20 PM
New ZealandMonster waves over 10m expected to thrash west coastLarge waves in addition to king tides will make for some gnarly wave action.31 Jul 09:26 AM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsNew-wave research: $11.5m mega-project to shed light on NZ's changing oceansAn $11.5m project will take a closer look at NZ's vast and fast-changing marine estate.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandYour weather: Heavy rains, chilly nights and snow all forecast this weekGet ready for some cold and wintry weather this week.28 Jul 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: Why Auckland's been so foggy this weekAucklanders staggering to work amid thick fog can expect more under this mild winter.25 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandDry periods loom with water storage level comfortableFollowing a dry start to the year, there has been a slight respite this month.22 Jul 08:45 AM
New ZealandPlea for shorter showers to save waterShorten showers by 1 minute to save 18 million litres of water a day in Auckland05 Jul 02:49 AM
New ZealandFirst half of year among warmest, milder weather to continueThe first half of the year has been among the warmest on the books, Niwa says.30 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandBe prepared: Wild and windy weekend weather for AucklandAuckland's civil defence is warning residents to tie down loose items.20 Jun 11:49 PM
New ZealandThink yesterday was cold? Looking back on NZ's coldest dayAt -25.6C, New Zealand's coldest day, in 1903, caused frostbite and burst bottles.19 Jun 07:07 PM
New ZealandWeather questions: How cold does it have to be to see your breath?As Kiwis freezes their breeches off, we answer your burning weather questions.19 Jun 02:47 AM
New ZealandBig chill: Temps plunge overnight thoughout NZMeteorologists have tipped Wednesday morning could be the coldest of the entire year.18 Jun 08:07 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Showers today but mild winter forecastIt may be wet today but winter is set to be warm and dry.11 Jun 06:04 PM
New ZealandWarmest autumn yet: Climate scientistNiwa reports 4th warmest autumn, but scientist's wider model reveals a record-breaker.05 Jun 11:06 PM
New ZealandFreezing temperatures to blanket NZ on first night of winterA "river" of polar air moving east over NZ will leave multiple cities at 0C overnight.01 Jun 10:00 AM
New ZealandParasite spread by cats killing more dolphins than commercial fishingA parasite carried by cats is more threatening to dolphins than commerical fishing.13 May 04:22 AM
New ZealandWarmer than normal start to winter predictedMost of the country can expect to enjoy unseasonably warm temperatures through to July.02 May 07:05 AM
New ZealandParts of massive Ross Ice Shelf melting 10 times fasterPart of the world's largest ice shelf is melting 10 times faster than the overall average.30 Apr 03:08 AM
New ZealandEaster weather: Eggscellent for now but there's rain on the wayExpect clears skies on Good Friday and Saturday before the rain comes.18 Apr 06:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCreatures of the deep: Weird new NZ species discoveredSquid that resembles a character from The Muppets among just-discovered NZ sea creatures.11 Apr 02:32 AM
New ZealandWild Wednesday: Rain and thunderstorms on the cardsMost of the country will see some rain over the next few days.09 Apr 05:54 PM
New ZealandWestern Bay of Plenty facing a droughtThe rest of the Bay of Plenty was just under the margin in extremely dry conditions.04 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandRiver flooded more than 1m deep near victim's propertyTorrent caused Westland river to carry largest volume of water in 15 years, local says.29 Mar 03:48 AM
New ZealandComing months to be warmer - with potential downpoursNiwa is picking a warm few months ahead - but with the chance of big downpours.28 Mar 12:08 AM
New ZealandSummer's over: Big wet on its wayA rainy end to month is set to bring much-needed relief to many parched regions.06 Mar 12:03 AM
New ZealandWhy NZ shouldn't be waiting to tackle methaneWith methane emissions soaring, NZ shouldn't be waiting for a solution, scientist says.25 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandOma's sting: Severe rain to strike Auckland, North IslandHeavy rain and gale force wind over the weekend for both islands.21 Feb 04:24 PM
New ZealandHomes destroyed: 'Extreme dryness' fuels infernoExtreme dryness in Nelson and Tasman has allowed for 'fuel' for the blaze, NIWA says06 Feb 04:30 AM
New ZealandJanuary clocks third hottest on recordKiwis have been feeling the heat - and some places had a heatwave.05 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandTemperatures dive in the South Island for Waitangi DaySouth Islanders bring out your winter warmers - Waitangi Day is going to a cold one04 Feb 04:04 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Cloud and drizzle clearing for a clear, warm weekendTemperatures had been cooler overnight down south, according to MetService.01 Feb 05:09 PM
