Tag: forecast
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Wet and Windy Weekend Ahead for New Zealand
New Zealand is set for a significant weather shift this weekend, with a low-pressure system expected to bring wet and windy conditions to many areas. MetService is forecasting the end of the current warm spell, with cooler air pushing in…
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Start, Heatwave, Then Widespread Rain
Much of New Zealand is set for a classic summer weather pattern this week, beginning with settled conditions for northern and central regions. Dry days are anticipated from Northland down to Christchurch, though inland areas may experience isolated afternoon showers,…
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New Zealand Weather: Heavy Rain and Heatwaves Give Way to Sunshine
January 2026 saw New Zealand experience extreme weather, with record-breaking heat early in the month followed by intense rainfall. Tauranga Airport recorded its wettest day with 274.0mm of rain on January 21st, and also experienced its wettest January overall with…
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New Zealand Weather: Sunny Weekend Ahead, Wet and Windy Start to Next Week
Much of New Zealand is set for settled weather this weekend, with clear skies and warm temperatures expected across most of the North Island. Daytime highs are forecast to reach the mid to high 20s, with some eastern North Island…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Showers and Potential Strong Winds Expected
New Zealand can expect a varied weather pattern over the coming days, with showers anticipated in various parts of the country. A ridge of high pressure is set to influence the South Island, while the North Island will experience a…
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New Zealand Weather: Hot Spell Eases as Rain Approaches
New Zealand is experiencing a shift in weather patterns as the intense heat of the past weekend begins to subside, with rain forecast for the middle of the week. The North Island will see a return to average summer temperatures,…
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New Zealand braces for summer sunshine and rising temperatures
New Zealand is set for a week of summer sunshine and dry conditions as high pressure dominates the weather pattern. From Monday, January 5th to Friday, January 9th, many regions will experience typical summer skies with minimal risk of significant…
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New Year's Eve Forecast: Heavy Rain and Gales Expected Across New Zealand
New Zealand is set to ring in the New Year with a significant weather event, as MetService forecasts heavy rain and strong gales across much of the country from Monday, December 29th, through Thursday, January 1st, 2026. The final week…
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Start to Final Week of School Holidays
The final week of school holidays begins with settled weather for most of the country, offering opportunities for outdoor activities before a change later in the week. Clear skies and high cloud will keep temperatures cool in northern and western…
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