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Showers then frosts: Chill to leave Hawke’s Bay - only to return
Nights will be warmer early in the week.
Freezing temperatures, fresh snow to hit tonight
The North Island ski fields can expect a light dusting of snow.
FENZ investigation finds lack of landslide-related training for firefighters
'FENZ’s risk management systems did not identify landslides as a hazard.'
Brief blue sky reprieve: Severe frosts for NI, new polar blast in wings
Sub-zero temperatures are expected for many parts of the country tomorrow.
Cold temperatures to linger even after snow disappears
An extra layer or two will needed for the quarter-final games in Wellington and Auckland.
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South Island wakes to winter wonderland
Snow has closed five of the country’s highways and a main North Island route is expected to be hit with more than a day’s worth of snow as a cold front creeps up the country. Vdeio / NZHerald
Mangamuka Gorge road repair a massive job amid more slips, heavy rain
The project has proved hugely challenging.
Snow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummet
The cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.
Snow warning for SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd
Waka Kotahi issues new warning for drivers to be cautious.
Polar blast will bring snow to South and North Island
Masterton had its coldest night of the year.
Weather: Snow and frost on way as temperatures set to drop to single digits
Snow and frost on way as temperatures set to drop to single digits. Video / MetService
Ice on plane delays Wellington flight as polar blast hits
Snow is expected to blanket much of the South Island.
NZ in ‘firing line’ as scientists sound alarm over extreme Antarctica events
Extreme events are influencing every realm in Antarctica, prompting a call for action.
Weather: South Island gets more snow, roadfall warnings, Auckland in for showers
MetService issues heavy snow warnings, watches in South Island, Desert Rd to get flurries.
Marine heatwaves: Why NZ's waters are only getting warmer
NZ's seas once warmed to double the global average when CO2 levels were as high as now.
MetService National Weather: August 7th
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MetService Christchurch Weather: August 7th
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MetService Wellington Weather: August 7th
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MetService Auckland Weather: August 7th
MetService Auckland Weather: August 7th Video / MetService
Auckland covered in blanket of 'extreme' fog, country in for fine weather
There are road snowfall warnings in place for tomorrow, and more are expected this week.
‘Executive tension’: NZ’s weather wars – official papers reveal safety concerns, conflict between Niwa, MetService
'Settings of MetService and Niwa may be inefficient and could lead to public safety risk'.
Cold snap due to sweep into Hawke's Bay, bringing showers and then frosts
Spring feels a way off yet - a full week of frosts could be on the way for Hawke’s Bay.
New flood risk tool launched online for Auckland
Flood Viewer highlights flood plains, low-lying areas, overland flow paths in Auckland.
The science of forecasting ever more extreme weather
FT: Predictions have become much more accurate, but some dramatic events remain elusive.
MetService National Weather: August 4th - August 6th
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Auckland sees break from wild weather, as dry but cold days expected
Football and rugby fans should expect dry conditions for their games.
Roads close as snow falls and temperatures drop
Temperatures in the North Island have plunged to freezing overnight, with snow and crashes closing four state highways. Video / NZ Herald
Tonga records a chilly 9.3C - slightly warmer than Stewart Island today
Red Cross helped provide extra blankets for hospital patients.
Napier-Taihape Rd: Snow closes Hawke’s Bay hill pass road
Snow has caused the road between Taihape and Napier to close.