Weather
Weekend weather: Settled on Saturday, blustery on Sunday
Strong norwesters are forecast across the east of New Zealand on Sunday, with severe downpours ahead for most of the West Coast.
What clouds have to do with a 'missing' 0.2C of warming
Experts have been scratching their heads about where extra heat in 2023 came from.
'Change is coming': Call for NZ to step up to bold climate goal
The country needs to drastically increase its climate efforts, The Climate Change Commission says.
Spring hits heat and rain records in many parts of country - NIWA
Spring 2024 was one of the warmest on record, new NIWA climate summary figures show.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 December 2024
In today's episode, testing for bird flu is underway at a small free range farm in Dunedin, the Children's Commissioner has found evidence of "inhumane treatment" at a facility for intellectually… Audio
Summer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30C
People in hot areas are advised to stay out of the sun and keep hydrated.
MetService issues heat alert
MetService has issued its first heat alerts for the summer - with Nelson, Blenheim and Napier all in for soaring temperatures. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…Colorado man missing on Aoraki/Mount Cook
Bad weather prevented search teams from looking for the men on Tuesday, and at this stage it is unlikely they will be able to continue the search until Thursday. Boulder, Colorado based journalist… Audio
NEMA unveils space weather plan
The National Emergency Management Agency has unveiled its plan for what to do if space weather hits New Zealand. NEMA Chief Science Adviser Tom Wilson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 2 December 2024
In today's episode, Resources Minister Shane Jones says he's considering options to support offshore gas exploration, including a request by an oil and gas lobby group to underwrite the risk involved… Audio
Week's weather forecast: Heavy rain warnings as heat rises
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been issued for parts of the country from Tuesday.
Warm humid air sees temps rise around the country
A wave of warm humid air is bringing hot temperatures for the coming days and nights. MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Heavy snow falls in the US
Biting cold temperatures sweep across a large swath of the United States.
Summer is here - Temperatures to exceed 30 degrees this week
The start of summer is forecast to be very warm for Hawke's Bay, Canterbury, Marlborough, even parts of Otago.
World wine production set for new 60-year low on weather woes
In the US, the world's fourth-largest producer, 2024 output was forecast to be down 3 percent from last year.
An 'unusually warm' December is coming, NIWA says
December through to February is likely to be warmer than average for all of New Zealand, says NIWA meteorologist Chris Brandolino. Audio
Summer arrives early as temps soar
Summer officially starts on Sunday, but you'd be forgiven for thinking it came early on Thursday as temperatures soared across the motu. NIWA meteorologist Chris Brandolino spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Warning as heat rises to 26C and strong winds hit South Island
Fire and Emergency warned the heat, strong winds and dry conditions make it easier for fires to ignite and spread.
Pou washed away by cyclone found after two years at sea
The pou isn't in the best condition, but there are hopes it can be restored and returned to the whare.
Warm temperatures on way for Hawke's Bay, Tai Rāwhiti
A taste of summer is around the corner with a warm day on the way for many, especially those along the east coast of both islands.
