New Zealand'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert RdWeather remains sunny but chilly,08 May 09:07 PM
New ZealandFocus: Kiwis wake to chilly conditionsThe country is in the middle of a 'winter-like surge' as polar air plunges temperatures. Video / NZ Herald / MetServiceWatch08 May 08:37 PM
New ZealandPonsonby killer’s past, Budget tease and temperatures plunge | Focus Morning Bulletin May 9, 2024New details emerge about the Ponsonby Road killer’s criminal past, Nicola Wilis teases her upcoming Budget and polar air sees temperatures plunge in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch08 May 08:01 PM
New ZealandGisborne group fights for bridge funding to save family farmsBridging Tairāwhiti, a Gisborne group, campaigns for bridge repairs post-Cyclone.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPower warning as chilly blast arrives was a 'trial', snow coming, frosts for AucklandAuckland temps are set to drop to 6C tonight, with tomorrow night being even cooler at 4C.08 May 10:29 AM
New ZealandTwo Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nightsIn some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.08 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandHas winter come early for Hawke's Bay?Once the cloud clears frost is set to make a more noticeable appearance.08 May 02:57 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11thMetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th. Video / MetServiceWatch08 May 01:36 AM
New ZealandFar North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in KaikoheKaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.07 May 10:31 PM
New ZealandStill and chilly autumn so far for TaupōAutumn continues to bring generally still, settled weather to Taupō.07 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandNIWA job cuts could gut team of NZ’s top climate modellersNiwa said it would not be commenting while consultation was underway.07 May 04:54 AM
New ZealandChristchurch plunges to 0C, worse chills to comeWe got chills and they're multiplying.05 May 11:15 PM
WorldFloods in southern Brazil kill at least 75 people over 7 daysDamage from the rains has also forced more than 80,000 people from their homes.05 May 08:57 PM
WorldHundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep risingHigh waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.05 May 12:44 AM
New ZealandMore chilly mornings to come after Auckland’s coldest weekend of the yearAuckland just had its coldest night in six months, with more chilly weather on the way.05 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandWeather: Auckland has coldest morning of 2024 so far, cool temperatures to remain into next weekMetService said Akl's Saturday temp coolest the city had been since October last year.04 May 08:32 AM
CrimeEnchanter fishing boat tragedy: Five deaths, several charges, one upcoming trialThe three-week trial starts on Monday in Whangārei. Here's what you need to know.03 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandMild winter could impact Mt Ruapehu ski season'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandDry spell continues for Gisborne regionLess than 50 per cent of average rainfall has fallen over three months.02 May 03:32 AM
New ZealandNight chills beginning to be felt after record-breaking AprilThe winter chill is in the air overnight, but the settled days will continue.01 May 03:16 AM
New ZealandHail, thunder, gales to pummel parts of NZFlooding is possible at the bottom of the North Island as a fierce weather system stalls.01 May 01:11 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watches in place, chilly end to the week expectedEnjoy the sun while it lasts - temperature drops and rain are on the way.30 Apr 01:05 AM
New ZealandLa Nina approaches: How wet and cold will this winter be?It’s goodbye El Nino, hello La Nina - but what does it all mean?29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: El Nino to deliver NZ parting shot with colder-than-average MayForecasters are picking a dry and cold May for NZ – but not before a patch of wet weather.29 Apr 04:12 AM
WorldDevastation left by a deadly tornado in ChinaFive people were killed and 33 others injured by a tornado that hit Guangzhou in China. Video / APWatch29 Apr 12:32 AM
New ZealandSunny start to week turns to chilly, wet beginning of MayIt's set to be a colder than average few weeks for New Zealand.28 Apr 05:24 PM
World'The neighbourhood's gone': Tornadoes rip through USMultiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and Iowa, with widespread damage.27 Apr 09:17 PM
New ZealandHailstorm hits Christchurch AirportA Christchurch resident was caught in a hail storm at Christchurch Airport. Video / Kelly WatsonWatch26 Apr 05:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Severe thunderstorm hits Christchurch, region blanketed by hail and rainOne resident described a hailstorm near Christchurch Airport as 'an intense 10 minutes'.26 Apr 04:34 AM
New ZealandSnow down south and a 'rough end' to the week across NZ before clear skies prevailOvernight temperatures across the country are set to plunge this weekend.25 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild Wellington wind cancels flights, 109km/h gust recordedMetService says winds are forecast to remain strong but become much less gusty tonight.25 Apr 01:58 AM
New ZealandThousands gather for Anzac Day dawn servicesEvents are planned throughout the day across the country.24 Apr 07:17 PM
New ZealandAnzac weather: Cold start for dawn service, heavy rain for the South IslandIt's a mixed bag of weather for the country on Anzac Day.23 Apr 11:16 PM
New ZealandGoodbye El Nino, hello La Nina? What to expect for the NZ winter and beyondThe El Nino of 2023-24 is officially over. What's in store for the rest of the year?21 Apr 05:00 PM