'Third-world stuff': Crisis meeting held ahead of grid emergency as polar blast bears down
Friday promises NZ's coldest day of 2024 - and more frosty temperatures are due tonight.
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Coldest day of 2024 so far: Kiwis wake to frosts, snow with more cold temps on way
MetService says this May has been a stark contrast to the warmer conditions last year.
'Cold snap': Meteorologists confirm May temperatures lower than usual
The end of autumn is set to be cooler than usual, according to a council climate report.
'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert Rd
Weather remains sunny but chilly,
Focus: Kiwis wake to chilly conditions
The country is in the middle of a 'winter-like surge' as polar air plunges temperatures. Video / NZ Herald / MetService
Ponsonby killer’s past, Budget tease and temperatures plunge | Focus Morning Bulletin May 9, 2024
New details emerge about the Ponsonby Road killer’s criminal past, Nicola Wilis teases her upcoming Budget and polar air sees temperatures plunge in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
Gisborne group fights for bridge funding to save family farms
Bridging Tairāwhiti, a Gisborne group, campaigns for bridge repairs post-Cyclone.
Power warning as chilly blast arrives was a 'trial', snow coming, frosts for Auckland
Auckland temps are set to drop to 6C tonight, with tomorrow night being even cooler at 4C.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.
Has winter come early for Hawke's Bay?
Once the cloud clears frost is set to make a more noticeable appearance.
MetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th
MetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th. Video / MetService
Far North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in Kaikohe
Kaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.
Still and chilly autumn so far for Taupō
Autumn continues to bring generally still, settled weather to Taupō.
NIWA job cuts could gut team of NZ’s top climate modellers
Niwa said it would not be commenting while consultation was underway.
Floods in southern Brazil kill at least 75 people over 7 days
Damage from the rains has also forced more than 80,000 people from their homes.
Hundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep rising
High waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.
More chilly mornings to come after Auckland’s coldest weekend of the year
Auckland just had its coldest night in six months, with more chilly weather on the way.
Weather: Auckland has coldest morning of 2024 so far, cool temperatures to remain into next week
MetService said Akl's Saturday temp coolest the city had been since October last year.
Enchanter fishing boat tragedy: Five deaths, several charges, one upcoming trial
The three-week trial starts on Monday in Whangārei. Here's what you need to know.
Mild winter could impact Mt Ruapehu ski season
'I would be surprised if this winter actually ended up being really cold.'
Dry spell continues for Gisborne region
Less than 50 per cent of average rainfall has fallen over three months.
Night chills beginning to be felt after record-breaking April
The winter chill is in the air overnight, but the settled days will continue.
Hail, thunder, gales to pummel parts of NZ
Flooding is possible at the bottom of the North Island as a fierce weather system stalls.
Heavy rain watches in place, chilly end to the week expected
Enjoy the sun while it lasts - temperature drops and rain are on the way.
La Nina approaches: How wet and cold will this winter be?
It’s goodbye El Nino, hello La Nina - but what does it all mean?
Weather: El Nino to deliver NZ parting shot with colder-than-average May
Forecasters are picking a dry and cold May for NZ – but not before a patch of wet weather.
Devastation left by a deadly tornado in China
Five people were killed and 33 others injured by a tornado that hit Guangzhou in China. Video / AP
Sunny start to week turns to chilly, wet beginning of May
It's set to be a colder than average few weeks for New Zealand.
'The neighbourhood's gone': Tornadoes rip through US
Multiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and Iowa, with widespread damage.
Hailstorm hits Christchurch Airport
A Christchurch resident was caught in a hail storm at Christchurch Airport. Video / Kelly Watson
Watch: Severe thunderstorm hits Christchurch, region blanketed by hail and rain
One resident described a hailstorm near Christchurch Airport as 'an intense 10 minutes'.
Snow down south and a 'rough end' to the week across NZ before clear skies prevail
Overnight temperatures across the country are set to plunge this weekend.
Wild Wellington wind cancels flights, 109km/h gust recorded
MetService says winds are forecast to remain strong but become much less gusty tonight.