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Winter Storm Continues to Impact New Zealand, Unsettled Weather Expected
New Zealand's South Island faces ongoing heavy rain and snow from a weakening winter storm, with unsettled conditions, strong winds, and further rain forecast across the country through the weekend.
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New Zealand's South Island Braces for Major Winter Storm with Heavy Rain and Snow
A significant winter storm is forecast to hit New Zealand's South Island from Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, especially to western and central areas, and potential warning-level snow down to 400 meters by Thursday. The North Island will remain settled and…
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New Zealand Braces for Frosty Friday, Followed by Wild Weekend Weather
New Zealand faces a frosty Friday followed by a wild weekend of heavy rain and strong winds. MetService expects severe weather warnings for the South Island and lower North Island, urging vigilance for changing conditions.
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New Zealand Braces for Chilly Southerly Blast and Widespread Frosts
New Zealand faces a chilly week with a persistent southerly blast bringing low temperatures, widespread frosts, and significant wind chill. A Road Snowfall Warning is issued for Crown Range, with warmer weather and rain expected by Friday.
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Heavy Rain and Frosts Expected Across New Zealand This Weekend
New Zealand faces a wet end to the week with heavy rain warnings for the North Island, followed by a cold snap bringing widespread frosts and potential snow across both islands this weekend.
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MetService Forecasts Milder Temperatures and Approaching Rain for New Zealand
New Zealand is transitioning from a cold snap to milder temperatures this week, with MetService forecasting single-digit overnight lows and mid-teen afternoons. Rain is expected to reach the West Coast and Northland by Wednesday, spreading across the North Island Thursday.
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New Zealand Braces for Warmer, Wetter Weekend After Year's Coldest Morning
New Zealand experienced its coldest morning of the year, with temperatures as low as -10.1°C. However, a significant weather shift is expected, bringing warmer temperatures and widespread rain across the country for the weekend.
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New Zealand Braces for Coldest Morning of the Year Amidst Southerly Blast
New Zealand is set for a significant cold snap this week, with snow reaching low levels, followed by exceptionally cold overnight temperatures, potentially the year's coldest for many regions, before wetter weather arrives.
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Wintery Blast Brings Snow to 200 Meters and Bitter Cold to New Zealand
A strong wintery blast is set to bring cold, wet, and windy conditions to New Zealand, with snow lowering to 200 meters in the South Island, causing transport and farm disruption, and significant wind chill.
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New Zealand Braces for Continued Cold Snap as Front Approaches
New Zealand faces continued cold, frosty mornings, with North Island experiencing record lows. A weather front arriving Thursday will bring rain and cooler southwesterlies, potentially affecting ski fields with snow.
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New Zealand Prepares for Freezing Plunge and Severe Weather
New Zealand is set for a freezing plunge this weekend, with MetService forecasting heavy rain, strong winds, plummeting temperatures, and significant snow for ski fields. Road snowfall warnings are in place, and severe frosts are expected across both islands.
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New Zealand Braces for Midweek Weather Shift: Frost to Rain
New Zealand begins the school term with settled, frosty weather, but a significant change is forecast for the week's end. Heavy rain and colder temperatures are expected in the western South Island, with snow possible.
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Unusual Winter Warmth Across Parts of New Zealand Before Cooler Weekend
New Zealand experiences unusual winter warmth in eastern North Island and central regions, with Napier nearing a July record. A cooler southwest flow follows, bringing settled weather for school holidays and rugby, though typical frosts are expected.
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New Zealand Braces for Westerly Winds, Rising Temperatures After Cold Snap
After a record cold weekend, New Zealand anticipates a significant warm-up this week. Westerly winds bring rain and strong gusts to the west, while eastern regions expect drier, warmer conditions.
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Clearer Skies and Frosty Mornings Expected for Matariki Celebrations After Severe Weather
New Zealand transitions from severe weather to a clear, cold Matariki weekend. Heavy rain and snow caused disruptions, but settled conditions are expected, offering ideal viewing for Matariki and outdoor activities.
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New Zealand Weather: Red Warning Lifts for Kaikōura, Severe Conditions Persist Elsewhere
New Zealand faces ongoing severe weather, with Kaikōura's Red Warning lifted but heavy rain persisting. Watches and warnings for heavy rain, snow, and strong winds affect Otago, Wairarapa, Hawke's Bay, and Cook Strait, before a settled but frosty weekend.
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Red Rain Warning Extended for Marlborough and Upper Canterbury Amid Severe Flooding Risks
MetService extends a Red Warning for heavy rain in eastern Marlborough and upper Canterbury until Wednesday, with significant flooding, slips, and road closures expected across the upper South Island.
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MetService Issues Red Warning for Heavy Rain in Marlborough and Upper Canterbury
MetService has issued a Red Warning for heavy rain in Marlborough and upper Canterbury, effective from Monday afternoon. Significant flooding, slips, and hazardous travel are expected, urging immediate action from residents.
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MetService Issues Red Heavy Rain Warning for Coastal Dunedin and Clutha
MetService issued a Red Heavy Rain Warning for Coastal Dunedin and Clutha, urging immediate action due to extreme weather. Expect flooding, slips, and dangerous driving conditions, with snow at low levels and warnings extending north.
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Wet and Windy Weather Returns to New Zealand for School Holidays
New Zealand faces a wet and windy start to school holidays with heavy rain warnings for Fiordland, widespread rain, and snow expected on South Island alpine passes from Sunday, urging vigilance for road conditions.
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Wintry Weather Grips New Zealand with Frosts, Fog, and Rainy School Holiday Start
New Zealand faces a wintry week with widespread frosts and fog, particularly in the north. Showers clear east but move west, with heavy rain and strong winds expected for the start of school holidays.
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New Zealand Braces for Roaring Southerly, Heavy Rain, and Snow
MetService issues widespread weather warnings for New Zealand, including an Orange Strong Wind Warning for Wellington and Marlborough, heavy rain, and snow, as a deep low-pressure system brings hazardous conditions through the weekend.
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New Zealand Braces for Return of Wet, Windy Weather After Brief Reprieve
New Zealand faces a return to wet and windy weather after a brief reprieve, with a low-pressure system bringing heavy rain and strong gales. This follows Christchurch's record-breaking June temperature, as winter conditions are set to return.
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New Zealand Braces for Weekend of Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, and Temperature Swings
New Zealand faces heavy rain and strong winds this weekend, with MetService issuing Orange Warnings for the South Island. Unusually warm temperatures precede a frosty return, impacting regions from Fiordland to the North Island by the Winter Solstice.
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New Zealand Braces for "June-y" Weather Shift
After a warm start, New Zealand transitions to cooler, more typical June weather this week, with rain and potential icy roads. Temperatures will rise again by the weekend, but heavy rain could hit the West Coast.
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High Pressure Dominates New Zealand Weather, Settling Weekend Events
A strong high-pressure system is bringing settled but cold winter weather and widespread frosts to New Zealand, impacting events like Fieldays and the Warriors game, before a new system arrives late Sunday.
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New Zealand Braces for Winter's Return with Strong Winds, Hazardous Swells, and Frosts
A cold front brings strong winds, hazardous swells, and cooler temperatures to New Zealand, followed by widespread frosts. Coastal impacts are expected, with settled weather later in the week for the North Island.
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New Zealand's West Braces for Rainy Winter Start with Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Warnings
MetService forecasts a wet start to winter for New Zealand's western regions, with heavy rain watches and warnings for Taranaki, Horowhenua, Kapiti, and Wellington. Thunderstorms and colder temperatures are also expected, though eastern South Island drought areas will see little…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
New Zealand faces severe weather with heavy rain and strong winds across both islands, prompting MetService warnings. Golden Bay saw 300mm rain, Northland 115 km/h gusts, while Canterbury experienced record dry conditions.
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Settled Weather Ends as Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Approach New Zealand
New Zealand's month-long settled weather ends this King's Birthday weekend. MetService forecasts heavy rain and strong winds from Sunday, bringing an unseasonably warm start to winter after a remarkably dry May.
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