New ZealandLive: Auckland, Northland, Coromandel brace for month's rain in two daysAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown says he has a close eye on sub-tropical storm.29 Apr 10:21 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings upgraded: Upper North Island, Bay of Plenty in firing lineHeavy downpours coming over next few days, with possible flooding; slips expected.29 Apr 09:07 AM
New ZealandColdest morning of the year so far for some, more chilly weather on the wayKiwis are in for some more cold nights from the middle of the week.25 Apr 12:07 AM
New ZealandNZ's seas are still running warm - why?With winter closing in fast, New Zealand’s seas are still running abnormally warm.24 Apr 11:45 PM
New ZealandWhanganui records over 80km/h wind gustsThe strong winds were expected to continue into Tuesday.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandChill alert: NZ in grip of sudden wintry blast, temps plummetingBe sure to start bundling up in preparation for the cold weather.23 Apr 10:24 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings in place as country faces wet and cold weekendThose waking up for Anzac dawn services on Tuesday should bundle up warmly.21 Apr 10:34 PM
New ZealandAuckland firefighters battling large Avondale blazeAn witness says at least 10 Fire and Emergency vehicles are at the scene.21 Apr 11:44 AM
New ZealandTropically-charged rainmaker set to soak NZ as holidaymakers return homeSticky nights are in store as overnight temps 5-7C warmer than average for April.18 Apr 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Tropical disturbance' to bring another soaking to Wellington, South IslandThe worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.17 Apr 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Tropical disturbance' to bring another soaking to parts of NZThe worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.17 Apr 07:31 AM
New ZealandWhat caused Whanganui's wet and warm summer?In February there was nearly 100mm more rainfall than average.14 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldTropical Cyclone Ilsa 'packs a punch' in Western AustraliaCategory 5 storm smashes records with wind speeds of up to 300km/h.13 Apr 07:09 PM
New ZealandSchool holidays off to wet and windy start - thunderstorms and rain forecastIt may be time for parents to bring out board games for children.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool holidays to start with heavy rain, traffic for EasterHeavy rain set to inundate popular northern holiday hotspots for first half of weekend,05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandEaster holiday weather: Heavy rain to hit upper NorthMetService has forecasted gales and downpours for Northland, northern parts of Auckland.05 Apr 01:50 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Wet weekend for many – but how’s Easter looking?Heavy rain expected in some parts of NZ today.01 Apr 03:27 AM
New ZealandRoads reopen after 10 metre waves batter Wellington’s coastlineThe capital is being slammed by wind and waves.29 Mar 06:55 PM
New ZealandSnow settles in across South Island, warning extended to middle of North Island'Taumarunui overnight Wednesday to Thursday morning at a minimum of one degree.'27 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandSouthern west coast braces for heavy rain, clouds over North easeMeteorologist says the weather across New Zealand is a mix of sunshine and rain.23 Mar 08:36 PM
New ZealandPolice urge people in Southland, Otago to stay indoors as thunderstorms roll inMetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning about 6pm for parts of the South Island.20 Mar 06:10 AM
New Zealand'Anxious and angry': Downpour floods streets with sewage, locals claimFlooding comes after 2021 event devastated town.12 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandAlmost a million lightning strikes over Tasman Sea, storm heads for NZ'Thunderstorms will become more widespread and active over much of NZ in the coming days.'08 Mar 04:37 PM
New Zealand‘Phenomenal:’ Cyclonic Hawke’s Bay rain figures revealed in ‘maps’Regional council records rainfall at more than 40 sites.08 Mar 03:08 AM
New ZealandSudden downpour overwhelms Taupō drainage systemsTaupō residents are mopping up after a short, sharp deluge on Sunday.06 Mar 12:45 AM
New ZealandFurther update today on progress towards re-opening SH25 for heavy vehiclesExpect delays while contractors continue working to stabilise the SH25 washout.05 Mar 08:26 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch: Hawke's Bay, Gisborne, Bay of Plenty, Taupō could get lashed today“These thunderstorms will bring localised heavy rain and small hail."03 Mar 07:50 PM
New ZealandWeekend showers expected for WhanganuiHowever things would start to fine up again for the start of the week03 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand$13 million! Red Cross fund backed by NZ Herald already helping cyclone-ravaged regionsDonations are used to provide ongoing support to those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.03 Mar 06:00 AM
New Zealand'When disaster strikes': US sends technical team to NZ for cyclone recoveryThe US ambassador to NZ said Gabrielle's huge impact was 'hard to get your head around'.03 Mar 05:03 AM
New ZealandKelly Tarlton’s reopens after storm and cyclone damageStaff stayed nights with the sea creatures, who remained safe and well through flooding.03 Mar 04:43 AM
New ZealandSecond tropical cyclone this week named: 'A relief' Kevin to miss NZ - MetServiceTropical Cyclone Kevin named three days after Judy - now a category four storm.02 Mar 12:11 AM
New ZealandCrappiest summer ever: Sunny stint to replace soggy three months of rainy weather“It is a decent dry spell for the North Island to the end of the weekend."28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAs sunshine finally arrives, at least 19 Auckland beaches remain off-limitsAuckland’s water quality monitor has raised black “do not swim” flags at eleven beaches28 Feb 04:00 PM