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
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
WorldSpain flood death toll soars to 158, 'dozens' missingMany people remain missing two days after the start of the catastrophe.31 Oct 07:39 PM
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 ZealandNZ records lowest Labour weekend road toll in over 10 yearsThe official holiday road toll period ended at 6am this morning.28 Oct 05:15 PM
New ZealandPhotos show scale of slips, flooding following stormThe region has been battered by heavy rain over the long weekend.28 Oct 04:09 AM
New ZealandLabour weekend road toll at zero, US far right commentator to tour NZ | NZ Herald News UpdateThe labour weekend road toll remains at zero with less than 24 hours to go. The country still has a shortage of doctors. Far right US commentator Candace Owens hopes to tour NZ.Watch27 Oct 06:19 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 Zealand'No room for complacency': More rain, wind and chilly days forecastHolidaymakers are urged to drive to the conditions this long weekend.26 Oct 04:00 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
New ZealandTreacherous travel as heavy rain and snow batters South IslandSurface flooding and slips prompt warnings to stay off the roads in some parts.Watch26 Oct 06:30 AM
