South Islanders brace for travel disruptions, power outages as heavy rain and snow looms
With lambing and calving season under way, farmers are being urged to prepare.
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MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September. Video / MetService
Snow for Auckland? Model shows 'polar streamer', forecaster predicts cold surge
Weather pattern looks 'favourable' for snowfall, Niwa says.
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th Video / MetService
Chance of 'squally thunderstorms' in Whanganui
MetService is forecasting a mixed bag of weather for Whanganui this week.
Building submerged after significant storm lashes Milford Sound
The dramatic photo only starts to show the extent of the damage.
'Rollercoaster' outlook for spring weather
'For Whanganui, a La Nina would potentially favour warm and dry conditions.'
Heavy rain across Auckland and North Island
Heavy rain has visited Auckland today, as well as other parts of the country. Video / NZH
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.
MetService Weather: 29th of August - 2nd of September
MetService Weather: 29th of August - 2nd of September Video / Metservice
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th of August - 27th of August
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th of August - 27th of August. Video | Metservice
Snow and heavy rain to hit South Island; MetService issues warnings
South Island braces for 150mm of rain and snow.
Strong wind gusts and downpours hit Whanganui
“The mountainous areas will very likely see some snow."
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.
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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.
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.
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.'
'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.
41 hours of rain: Risk of surface flooding, landslips
Auckland's Saturday should be partly cloudy with showers hitting later and into tomorrow.
MetService Weather: 2nd of August - 6th of August
MetService Weather: 2nd of August - 6th of August. Video / Metservice
MetService Weather: 31st of July - 3rd of August
MetService Weather: 31st of July - 3rd of August: 31st of July - 3rd of August. Video / Metservice
Heavy rain and wind warnings for parts of NZ, snow for lower South Island
A complex trough crossing the South Island on Monday is set to bring severe weather.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th-28th July
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th-28th July Video / MetService
Sunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islands
Niwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.
'Brief respite': Temperatures set to climb 'well above average' by end of week
Rise comes after multiple South Island cities woke to below-freezing temperatures.
Winter respite: Temperatures set to rise well above average for this time of year
Temperatures are expected to rise above seasonal averages. Video / Metservice
‘Rug up warm’: Overnight temps to plummet as low as –5C, widespread frosts forecast
Multiple South Island cities will wake to below freezing conditions tomorrow.
'Take extra care': Flights cancelled, motorists warned as fog blankets Auckland
There is reduced visibility due to fog affecting much of northern Auckland.
64 flights disrupted by fog at Auckland Airport
Auckland Airport said delays were expected.