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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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Christchurch Nears Driest May on Record Amidst Settled New Zealand Weather
New Zealand anticipates a largely settled week, but Christchurch is poised for its driest May on record with minimal rainfall. A weakening front will bring some showers to the South Island, while high pressure dominates elsewhere.
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Settled Weather Continues Across New Zealand This Weekend
New Zealand anticipates another weekend of settled weather, with high pressure bringing dry conditions and warmer temperatures. West Coast rain will ease, while eastern areas may see light showers, offering good outdoor opportunities.
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New Zealand Weather: North Island Stays Stable, South Island Braces for Frontal Change
High pressure maintains current weather across New Zealand's North Island, bringing showers to eastern and northern parts. Meanwhile, a frontal system will introduce rain, rising temperatures, and dispel fog in the South Island by mid-week.
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Chilly, Clear Weekend Forecast for Most of New Zealand
MetService forecasts a settled, chilly weekend across much of Aotearoa, ideal for outdoor activities. While most will enjoy clear skies and frosty nights, eastern and northern regions may experience some showers, particularly affecting Hawke's Bay.
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High Pressure System Brings Settled Weather Across New Zealand
New Zealand anticipates a return to calmer weather next week as a high-pressure system dominates. While northern and western areas expect fine days, eastern regions may see increased cloud, with rain affecting parts of the upper North Island early in…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued as Heavy Rain and Gale-Force Winds Batter New Zealand
New Zealand's South Island faces severe weather as MetService issues heavy rain and strong wind warnings. A rapidly deepening low-pressure system will bring up to 600 millimetres of rain, gale-force gusts, and massive swells through the weekend.
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New Zealand Braces for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Following Calm Start to May
A significant autumnal weather shift will bring heavy rain, strong winds, and warmer overnight temperatures to New Zealand later this week as low-pressure systems move in from the Tasman Sea.
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Sunshine Ahead, But Frosty Nights Expected
New Zealand to experience settled, sunny weather from Thursday, but clear skies will lead to colder nights and potential frost in many regions.
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Conditions Expected After Severe Events
New Zealand anticipates a week of settled weather with sunshine and mild temperatures, following a period of severe weather. Showers and cooler nights are expected later in the week.
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Anzac Weekend Weather Forecast: Settled Conditions Expected After Turbulent Week
Calm weather is forecast for Anzac Weekend across New Zealand after a week of severe conditions, with most regions expected to enjoy dry spells, though some rain will affect the upper North Island.
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Wellington and Wairarapa Heavy Rain Warnings Downgraded to Orange
Heavy rain warnings for Wellington and Wairarapa downgraded to Orange, but risks of slips and flooding persist due to saturated ground. Further rainfall expected before conditions improve.
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MetService Issues Red Heavy Rain Warnings for Wellington and Wairarapa
MetService elevates Wellington and Wairarapa to Red Heavy Rain Warnings, citing extreme rainfall, significant flooding, and potential threats to life. Other regions face Orange Warnings and Watches.
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New Zealand Braces for Wild, Wet, and Windy Weekend Weather
New Zealand faces a weekend of heavy rain and strong winds starting Friday, with warnings issued for West Coast, Canterbury, and Otago. Showers expected in Auckland on Saturday.
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