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33,000 lightning strikes in 24 hours; more thunderstorms to target north, west
Snow is falling in the south while heavy rain and gales are set to lash much of NZ.
'Keep safe out there': 'Intense' thunderstorms rattle Auckland as storm finally hits
Thunderstorms are creeping towards Auckland.
MetService Weather: 29th of August - 2nd of September
MetService Weather: 29th of August - 2nd of September Video / Metservice
Winter's final act: Thunderstorms, gales, wind, rain to lash NZ across next 72 hours
An air mass from Australia will also bring warmer days and milder nights for parts.
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Wellington flooding: Trains resume, worst of rain moves north
Another band of rain is forecast to come through in the next 24 hours.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th of August - 27th of August
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th of August - 27th of August. Video | Metservice
More wild weather’s on the way for NZ: Here’s the unusual picture behind it
Rare phenomenon unfolding over Antarctica could spell a rocky shift from winter to spring.
Snow and heavy rain to hit South Island; MetService issues warnings
South Island braces for 150mm of rain and snow.
Temperatures up to 20C but rain and 'wall of westerly' winds expected
NZ's mixed bag of weather is expected to start with rain and showers this weekend.
Desert Rd reopens as polar vortex clips NZ
'Yo-yo weather': A spell of calmer weather is forecast midweek.
‘I thought I was having a nightmare’: Pahīatua homes inundated by floodwater
Dallas McKinley says waking in his flooded home on Sunday morning felt like a bad dream.
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Severe wind causes Auckland Harbour Bridge disruption
Thunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.
Strong wind gusts and downpours hit Whanganui
“The mountainous areas will very likely see some snow."
Leopard seal basks on Napier beach as August temperature record broken
However, a southerly change is well and truly on its way to chill the region.
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Polar vortex clips NZ, strong gusts batter Auckland Harbour Bridge, more snow expected
Thunderstorms are possible for the upper North Island to start the week.
Snow in South Island, hail, thunderstorms and gales as polar vortex blasts country
A polar vortex from Antarctica is clipping the edge of New Zealand, bringing chilly weather to the whole country today including snow to near sea level in the lower South Island.
More snow for South Island and crackdown on boy racers | Focus Morning Bulletin August 19
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, more snow for South Island, crackdown on boy racers and fate of cathedral to be decided.
MetService Severe Weather: Monday August 19
It's a wet commute for many across the North Island, with gusty winds to boot! Chunky showers mark the South Island, with the possibility of snow to low levels today in Southland.
Polar blast to bring more snow, hail, heavy rain and strong winds across the motu
MetService is warning wind gusts exceeding 110km/h are possible in Auckland.
Rain, snow and wind to blast the country
Heavy rain, snowfall and strong wind warnings and watches are in place across the country.
Rain, wind, snow to put a damper on this weekend
MetService issues watches for rain, wind and even heavy snow for parts of the country.
New record on the cards as warm weather approaches
Warm air could see Hawke's Bay break a 1973 weather record on Sunday.
Showers hitting Whanganui this weekend
'The best chance for any outdoor excursions would be Saturday morning.'
Winter isn't over yet: Wet and windy weekend ahead for much of the country
Heavy rain, blustery winds are to hit the North Island; possible snowfall in South Island.
'Polar blast': Forecasters say chilly temperatures, snow possible next week
'Winter is very much still around.'
Warmer temperatures on the way, sunny spells give taste of spring
Warmer temperatures are ahead — but forecasters are warning people not to get complacent.
'Batten down the hatches': Red severe thunderstorm watch issued for lower North Island
Severe weather alerts have been issued along the East Coast.
Is puffer jacket season over? Aussie air mass bringing first signs of spring
August temperatures have been well below average but hope is on the way.
Thunderstorms, hail, rain to hit Auckland, snow warnings for SI alpine passes
The rain will move down the country in bands, soaking most of the North Island.
Fog cancels 50-plus domestic flights, delays others at Auckland Airport
Frosty, sub-zero mornings and rain are in store for much of NZ over coming days.
MetService Severe: 6th of August - 9th of August
MetService Severe: 6th of August - 9th of August. Video / Metservice
Weather: Cold temperatures and rain on the way
Single digits can be expected for much of the country this week.