With sweltering temperatures set to continue for most New Zealanders on Saturday, it's high time to take advantage of the heat, sun and beach visits. MetService... Read More

Kiwis tucking into bed tonight will find it harder to fall asleep thanks to soaring temperatures, MetService has forecast an 'incredibly warm' and... Read More

A temperature of 34.6C in north Canterbury on Monday was the hottest so far this summer, but parts of the country could get even hotter in coming days, NIWA... Read More

Warm, sunny weather is on the cards for most of New Zealand under a broad ridge of high pressure, making that return to the office after the festivities a little... Read More

The second week of January is already upon us and is kicking off with an enormous block of high pressure over the country. It means more light winds, mild... Read More

Workers are starting back to a warm, dry week with temperatures set to climb into the early 30s for some parts of the country. MetService meteorologist John... Read More

Parts of the North Island battered by heavy rain last summer could be in for another bout later this month. NIWA's seasonal climate outlook for the next... Read More

Rain may be on the horizon for many holidaymakers over the coming days. MetService has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Hawkes Bay, which is valid for... Read More

MetService says the year 2023 will be remembered as one dominated by extreme weather which impacted many lives. The agency issued more than 300 severe weather... Read More

It will be colder in the lower South Island and hottest in the eastern North Island for New Year's Eve, says WeatherWatch.co.nz. A cold front will move... Read More

The tourism industry is preparing to face the impacts of El Niño during a busy summer. The weather pattern typically causes dryness in the east... Read More

More rain is on the cards today, warns weather forecasters. A northeasterly airflow lies over the country today as a high pressure system moves away out to... Read More