Weather

Interislander and Bluebridge ferry sailings cancel

Interislander and Bluebridge have both cancelled ferry sailings today due to large swells. Passengers are being told to expect further disruption with conditions... Read More

A tumultuous end to the year

Severe Thunderstorm Watches have been issued for the eastern North Island, Tasman and western parts of Marlborough from 1pm to 9pm today (Monday). Severe... Read More

Sunny skies await New Zealand's weekend  

Sunnier and drier conditions are expected to kick off the weekend. Following a cooler Friday, temperatures are expected to rise again, with Central Otago... Read More

Strong winds forecast to batter North Island

Strong winds will batter holidaymakers in the North Island on Friday, while Aucklanders face possible lane closures on the harbour bridge. A low-pressure... Read More

Severe thunderstorm watch in force

A severe thunderstorm watch is currently in force. The watch issued by the MetService covers areas in the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel Peninsula, Rotorua, Waitomo... Read More

NZ’s forecast to Christmas Day

People are being warned to expect some more showers, and potential isolated thunderstorms, in the lead up to Christmas Day. In it's latet weather update,... Read More

North Island braces for thunderstorms

The North Island is tipped to be struck by miserable conditions today, with thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours possible as an unstable, humid northerly... Read More

Heavy rain warning issued for BoP

People are being warned to prepare for heavy rain in the Bay of Plenty tomorrow. The MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for the region. In it's... Read More

Christmas Day weather predictions

Nine days before Christmas, the latest long-range forecasts suggest that skies over much of New Zealand are going to be murky come the big day - but then... Read More

‘Strong’ marine heatwave fueling humidity

Strong marine heatwave conditions which have formed around northern coasts are set to crank up air temperatures this summer, while making for muggy days... Read More

Heavy rain watch in place for Bay of Plenty

A Heavy Rain Watch is in place today for Bay of Plenty and Rotorua. "Periods of heavy rain, with thunderstorms and localised downpours are possible," a MetService... Read More

What's on: fun, bands, garage sales and Santa

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. MetService is forecasting a fine day with northerlies... Read More