Showers hitting Whanganui this weekend
'The best chance for any outdoor excursions would be Saturday morning.'
'The best chance for any outdoor excursions would be Saturday morning.'
Heavy rain, blustery winds are to hit the North Island; possible snowfall in South Island.
'Winter is very much still around.'
Warmer temperatures are ahead — but forecasters are warning people not to get complacent.
Severe weather alerts have been issued along the East Coast.
August temperatures have been well below average but hope is on the way.
The rain will move down the country in bands, soaking most of the North Island.
Frosty, sub-zero mornings and rain are in store for much of NZ over coming days.
Auckland's Saturday should be partly cloudy with showers hitting later and into tomorrow.
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MetService says the days should warm up quickly after a chilly start.
Temperatures are colder than usual this morning and likely to stay that way this weekend.
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MetService says it's going to be a 'very average winter's day' today.
Damage to trees and powerlines, and flooding, is possible this week.
People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts.
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Niwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.
Rise comes after multiple South Island cities woke to below-freezing temperatures.
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Multiple South Island cities will wake to below freezing conditions tomorrow.
SH1 is open at the Brynderwyns but more thunderstorms are on their way.
Motorists north of Auckland are advised to travel later or potentially face lengthy delays
Waves up to 10 metres high were expected at the centre of the storm.
A heavy rain watch with strong northeast winds has been issued for the Coromandel.
There is reduced visibility due to fog affecting much of northern Auckland.
Auckland Airport said delays were expected.
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