New ZealandArrival of spring brings warm, fine weatherConditions expected to get progressively warmer across the weekend.31 Aug 04:59 PM
New ZealandBlue supermoon: Clear skies expected for spectacle in Hawke’s BayHawke's Bay stargazers are in for a pretty clear night.29 Aug 08:30 PM
New ZealandCold temperatures, clear skies for the last week of winterTemperatures will drop to 0C in some parts of Auckland this week.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAfter a summer of cyclones, are we ready for a summer of wildfires?As summer approaches, are we thinking enough about the threat wildfires pose here?23 Aug 04:09 AM
New ZealandLanes reduced across Auckland Harbour Bridge, country in for a wet and windy dayA strong wind watch is in place for Northland and Auckland.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolar-laced thunderstorms to batter west, new weekend storm in wingsElectrical storms are set to sweep over both islands across the day.15 Aug 09:44 PM
New ZealandWeather: Mostly settled weather for majority of the country this weekWith spring just around the corner, temperatures will start to rise slightly.13 Aug 05:29 AM
New ZealandShowers then frosts: Chill to leave Hawke’s Bay - only to returnNights will be warmer early in the week.13 Aug 02:04 AM
New ZealandFreezing temperatures, fresh snow to hit tonightThe North Island ski fields can expect a light dusting of snow.12 Aug 09:56 PM
New Zealand‘You swallow a lot of pain’ - West Auckland community’s cyclone traumaSix months on from Cyclone Gabrielle, residents are still picking up the pieces.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCold temperatures to linger even after snow disappearsAn extra layer or two will needed for the quarter-final games in Wellington and Auckland.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSnow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummetThe cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.09 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandSnow warning for SH5 Napier-Taupō RdWaka Kotahi issues new warning for drivers to be cautious.09 Aug 12:55 AM
New ZealandIce on plane delays Wellington flight as polar blast hitsSnow is expected to blanket much of the South Island.08 Aug 06:05 PM
New ZealandWeather: South Island gets more snow, roadfall warnings, Auckland in for showersMetService issues heavy snow warnings, watches in South Island, Desert Rd to get flurries.08 Aug 01:25 AM
New ZealandAuckland covered in blanket of 'extreme' fog, country in for fine weatherThere are road snowfall warnings in place for tomorrow, and more are expected this week.06 Aug 06:39 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider‘Executive tension’: NZ’s weather wars – official papers reveal safety concerns, conflict between Niwa, MetService'Settings of MetService and Niwa may be inefficient and could lead to public safety risk'.06 Aug 06:23 AM
New ZealandCold snap due to sweep into Hawke's Bay, bringing showers and then frostsSpring feels a way off yet - a full week of frosts could be on the way for Hawke’s Bay.06 Aug 01:24 AM
New ZealandNapier-Taihape Rd: Snow closes Hawke’s Bay hill pass roadSnow has caused the road between Taihape and Napier to close.02 Aug 09:38 PM
New Zealand2023 record low: Auckland’s coldest night, temperature plunges to 0.4CThe heaters were on high as Aucklanders found themselves scraping ice off windscreens.02 Aug 09:35 PM
WorldBeijing records heaviest rainfall in at least 140 yearsThe heavy rains have caused at least 20 deaths.02 Aug 06:44 AM
New ZealandSnow watch issued for Taihape and north WhanganuiWhanganui City recorded thunderstorm conditions and near-gale-force winds.02 Aug 03:26 AM
New Zealand'More water than the Amazon': What we're learning about NZ's giant rain-makers"Atmospheric rivers" shown to contribute huge chunk of monthly rainfall in west and north.31 Jul 06:17 AM
New ZealandIce-scraping mornings to disappear from rest of work week in Hawke’s Bay"We’re just grateful to have some sunshine, even though it’s cold."31 Jul 02:43 AM
New Zealand'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nearsMetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.31 Jul 01:36 AM
New ZealandWild weather looms: Late winter storm set to bring gales, thunderstorms, heavy snowMetService is set to issue a series of severe weather warnings later this morning.30 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui weather: What to expect this weekA MetService meterologist said Wednesday was the day to look out for.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Big smiles, sunburn and sore legs': Ski operators stoked with two metres of snowfall"It feels like a reward for everyone’s who’s hung in there."30 Jul 03:33 AM
New ZealandHuge hailstorm hits Auckland, thunderstorms to rumble across region in coming hoursSqually thunderstorms are sweeping across Auckland this afternoon.27 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandSun for Hawke’s Bay this weekend after hairy Friday startA reward for weathering a possible thunderstorm will be sun.27 Jul 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Powerful' double water spouts hit TaranakiTwo water spouts have dazzled Taranaki locals.26 Jul 02:50 AM
New ZealandWhanganui in for 'very changeable weather'Heavy showers are predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 30 flights cancelled, delayed after fog blankets Auckland, WaikatoAuckland Airport has issued a fog warning for travellers.23 Jul 10:25 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Flooding, roads closed in Coromandel, Auckland; Harbour Bridge warning for commutersThere are heavy rain warnings and watches across a swathe of the North Island.21 Jul 07:49 AM