'Dress in layers': Strong wind warnings issued as cold front hits
Heavy rain across the country is also expected today.
Heavy rain across the country is also expected today.
Weather Watch says the cyclone could grow to 'severe' Category 3.
Temperatures are expected to drop nationwide later this week.
MetService National weather: April 4th - 6th.
While the change won't be drastic it will be felt by most.
MetService National weather: April 1st - 3rd.
State of emergency in Tairāwhiti has now been lifted, after more than a week.
MetService National weather: March 31st - April 2nd
MetService National weather: March 30th - April 1st.
New flood warning in place for Tairāwhiti as the Waipaoa River continues to rise.
Rainfall in Hastings varied across the district, with about 100mm falling in the city.
Second heavy rain watch closely follows first.
Settled early autumn weather for most, but rainmaker targets soaked east.
Numerous homes and businesses were flooded, with more than 300 calls for help.
Waka Kotahi urges people to drive with care with further heavy rain expected overnight.