EnvironmentMetService Severe Weather Warning: Saturday December 21stMetService Severe Weather Warning: Saturday December 21st Video / MetServiceWatch20 Dec 06:28 PM
New ZealandNorth Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpoursMotorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Festive spirit may be dampened': Thunderstorms, tornadoes possible in grim leadup to XmasHeavy rainfall, thunderstorms and elevated humidity levels are tipped for the next week.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandTorrential rain, large hail: MetService issues urgent warning while thunderstorms rattle AucklandThere is a risk of flooding as the upper North Island is soaked by the storms. 16 Dec 07:24 AM
World'Uncharted territory': Heat surge puzzles scientistsRecord-breaking heat in 2023 and 2024 puzzles scientists, defying climate predictions.16 Dec 07:10 AM
New ZealandChristmas Day weather: Here’s what forecasters can tell us so farLong-range forecasts suggest murky weather for Xmas: but don't cancel BBQ plans just yet.15 Dec 11:53 PM
New Zealand‘Strong’ marine heatwave conditions around North Island fueling warmth, humidityAbnormal ocean warmth around northern coasts may already be noticeable for beachgoers.15 Dec 12:02 AM
New Zealand'Muggy, warm and humid': Heavy rain for upper North Island tomorrowMetService says rain is on its way, with possible good news for South Island firefighters.14 Dec 11:31 PM
EnvironmentMetService Severe Weather Warning: December 13th - 16thMetService Severe Weather Warning: December 13th - 16th. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandThunderstorms, downpours threaten North Island, Auckland under heavy rain watchThere is a risk of localised heavy downpours in Auckland.11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDeluges forecast for North Island, Auckland faces thunderstorms and muggy temperaturesAkl forecast to hit 24C tomorrow, 26C on Fri. Hastings could reach 30C in weekend. 11 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandAir NZ flight out of Auckland struck by lightning during last night's stormThe plane was hit by lightning 20 minutes after takeoff and returned to NZ.09 Dec 05:47 PM
New Zealand'Balmy weather': Warm temperatures remain but wet weather returns after winds fan flare-upsTemperatures will remain in the low to high 20s this week.08 Dec 05:27 AM
New ZealandNorthland and other regions at high risk for wildfiresHigh fire risk in Northland: 'Avoid lighting fires' as winds worsen dry conditions.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandLarge Canterbury fire expected to be contained SaturdayThe fire closed State Highway 73, burning through more than 1000ha at Bridge Hill.07 Dec 04:09 AM
New ZealandNZ faces ‘extreme fire risk’ as temperatures rise across countryUV levels are also extreme while strong winds predicted to gust up to 150km/h.06 Dec 05:37 PM
New Zealand'Weekend of two halves': 140km/h gales to batter central NZ, south braces for wind and rainTemperatures are set to return to normal after a week of hot, muggy nights.05 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandSummer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30CMetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.04 Dec 12:18 AM
New ZealandNiwa: Mixed weather ahead for Horowhenua's summerHorowhenua's Christmas may be dry, with a 40% chance of normal rainfall, Niwa says.03 Dec 09:42 PM
New ZealandSix days without power: Plans for extreme solar storm hitting NZ revealedSpace weather could damage critical power, communications infrastructure.03 Dec 09:13 PM
New ZealandSleepless nights ahead? New Zealand bracing for hotter, drier summerTemperatures are expected to soar into the 30s in some parts in the coming week. 03 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandVulnerable people at risk as summer temperatures soar into the 30sMetService warns of temps 8C above average, humid nights disrupting sleep in some areas.03 Dec 05:51 AM
New ZealandTemperatures forecast to exceed 30C across NZ this weekAccording to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Warm, humid air' set to fuel Saturday showers in North IslandForecasters are predicting multiple 30C-plus highs to start summer next week.29 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandFrench investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News UpdateFrench investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ HeraldWatch29 Nov 07:12 PM
New Zealand'Sharp change' in temperatures coming, some places plunging by as much as 15CNiwa said a “brief but sharp change” was predicted for Friday.28 Nov 04:39 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay basks in early summer heat, hits 30CHawke's Bay hits 30°C; Wairoa and Taradale lead with warm temps.28 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandWintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash southIf you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.20 Nov 12:43 AM
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 ZealandTraffic delays in Auckland ahead of Coldplay, heavy rain warnings for North IslandRain will make its way northwards across the North Island for Friday afternoon.15 Nov 02:27 AM
New ZealandThe weather ahead for NZ after a wild weekend of flooding and high tempsMetService said midweek looks settled, with light winds and mostly clear skies.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWar on the treaty principles bill as cannabis is used in the workplace | NZ Herald News UpdateThe human rights commission disagrees with the treaty principles bill, cocaine and cannabis are increasingly being used in the workplace as we get sun for the weekend.Watch08 Nov 08:06 PM
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 Zealand'Closely monitoring': 400mm of rain to fall in 24 hours on West CoastSome Hawke’s Bay spots may crack 30C this weekend – the first time since summer.07 Nov 11:14 PM
