PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhy does cloudy weather make me feel so sluggish?New York Times: Some people are especially sensitive to the weather, but why?04 Apr 08:10 PM
New ZealandDead ducks and seagulls in Whangārei suburb victims of natural causesHot, dry weather in March is believed to have caused an avian botulism outbreak.04 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui Weather: What to expect this weekIt is expected to be drier than normal for the first half of April.01 Apr 12:52 AM
New ZealandOur coldest daytime yet: Southern breeze brings snow and bitter chill to Hawke's BayIt is unusual to see snow on the range this early in the year.01 Apr 12:28 AM
New ZealandChilly start but 'perfect driving conditions' for Easter MondayMultiple areas in the central North Island may see frost this morning.31 Mar 08:45 PM
WorldNearly 20 million facing hunger due to drought in southern AfricaIt's the result of extreme weather patterns that experts say are becoming more frequent.31 Mar 06:07 AM
New ZealandSunny weekend ahead for NorthlandNorthland looks forward to a sunny weekend29 Mar 12:47 AM
New Zealand‘Got the worst deal’: Wet, windy weekend for battered regions, elsewhere fares betterA heavy rain watch has been issued for beleaguered eastern region.29 Mar 12:09 AM
LiveNew ZealandEaster exodus: Commuters facing major delays, 3 dead in South Island crashesTraffic is worsening across the motorway network as people head away for the long weekend.28 Mar 01:42 AM
New ZealandWhat the weather has in store for Waikato this EasterMetservice has predicted a slightly wet start to the long weekend.28 Mar 12:04 AM
New ZealandPolar jet stream: 6m swells, snow near Queenstown, rain to lash North Island over EasterMetService advises holidaymakers and locals to keep an eye on weather alerts this weekend.27 Mar 10:11 PM
New ZealandEaster Weekend weather: Bring out winter woolies, as rain, snow and winds forecastMost of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.27 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandNI holidaymakers should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, harbour bridge restrictionsMost of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.27 Mar 02:27 AM
New ZealandMarlborough drought a boon for salt works"When the pastoral farmers are doing it tough, the salt works normally does very well."25 Mar 09:33 PM
New ZealandChilly Easter ahead? Unsettled weather moving up the countryThe upcoming long weekend forecast is still hard to pin down.25 Mar 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Get eyes in the air ASAP': Inside Civil Defence in Hawke’s Bay during Cyclone GabrielleThe review into Civil Defence’s response to Cyclone Gabrielle is set to be released today.24 Mar 10:48 PM
New ZealandVaried Easter weather ahead for New Zealand - it's going to be cold and wet in bottom of southNZ is in for a bumpy week of weather – and there’s no guarantee Easter will be better.24 Mar 04:59 AM
New Zealand'Finally': Owners of homes hit by landslide from reserve may get buyout offer'If [the council’s] reserve hadn’t fallen down on our house, we’d be happy as Larry.'23 Mar 09:41 PM
New Zealand'Mixed bag': Wet Saturday for north, patchy showers, fine breaks for southMetService says we are also likely to see warmer nights.21 Mar 10:51 PM
New ZealandThe big dry: Farmers say Canterbury, Otago support 'great news'“They’re used to farming in dry conditions but it has been challenging."21 Mar 01:04 AM
New ZealandBrrrrr! Autumn arrives with a shudder in WhanganuiIt will also be chilly overnight on Wednesday and Thursday.20 Mar 03:16 AM
New ZealandDrought leaves Marlborough farmers facing 'perfect storm''We have got low commodity prices, we’ve got high interest and we’ve got the drought.'18 Mar 08:10 PM
New ZealandWeather: Coldest morning of the year heralds week of chilly nightsThe sun has shone for St Patrick's Day festivities, but cool nights lie ahead.17 Mar 03:27 AM
New ZealandIt might be chilly at night - but it isn't the worst weather aroundTemperatures are forecast to range from a pleasant 22 degrees to just 5 this week.17 Mar 02:27 AM
WorldTornado tears through Indiana community, causing ‘many significant injuries’Storm system also unleashed suspected twisters that damaged homes and businesses.15 Mar 06:02 AM
New ZealandSnow falls in South Island, Auckland set for heavy showers, temperatures go below zeroMetService is calling this the 'coldest weekend of the year so far'.15 Mar 02:55 AM
New ZealandSnow falls in OtagoSnow falling in St Bathans, Otago, on Friday, March 15 2024. Video / Supplied Watch15 Mar 02:24 AM
New ZealandRare ‘UFO cloud’ has Aucklanders’ eyes on the skiesThose who saw the spectacle said it looked like a hole in the cloud cover.14 Mar 04:18 AM
New ZealandAuckland's coldest weekend this year? Wintry snap poised to hit the countryA road snowfall warning has been issued for a South Island alpine pass.14 Mar 12:16 AM
New ZealandBrynderwyn road closure: nearly 100,000 tonnes of soil cut so farKiwi sniffer dog among the 520 workers on massive SH1 project.12 Mar 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Pretty barren': South Canterbury farmers desperate for downpourSouth Canterbury irrigation scheme is running dry with only a week's worth of water left.12 Mar 02:55 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather: March 12th - 16thMetService National Weather: March 12th - 16th. Video / MetserviceWatch12 Mar 01:41 AM
New ZealandColdest weekend of year so far? Antarctic air mass to hit NZMarch is about to feel more like May, as a polar surge brings chilly weekend temperatures.11 Mar 11:11 PM
New Zealand“Föhn wind” sees temperatures in Timaru soar to 27C at 6amThe event was due to a “Fohn wind," says MetService.10 Mar 10:21 PM
