
Sleepless nights ahead? New Zealand bracing for hotter, drier summer
Temperatures are expected to soar into the 30s in some parts in the coming week.
Temperatures are expected to soar into the 30s in some parts in the coming week.
MetService warns of temps 8C above average, humid nights disrupting sleep in some areas.
Temperatures in Hawke's Bay's twin cities forecast for 30C-plus.
Northland to enjoy warm weather in the high 20s, mostly sunny until Friday.
According to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.
Four inner harbour beaches have also been black-flagged as 'do no swim'.
Forecasters are predicting multiple 30C-plus highs to start summer next week.
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Kiwis are in for a weather roller-coaster ride to Christmas and muggy days lie beyond.
The weather is heating up on the east coast as summer approaches.
Kiwis are in for an early dose of scorching summer days - and nights - later this week.
The relationship between the two weather forecasters is tense and duplicative.
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Summer Regatta sailing and kahawai fishing are features of a busy weekend.
If you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.
Regional NZ heatwaves once considered one-in-300-year events now concerningly more common.
More balmy weather is forecast to kick off the working week – but it won't last for long.
The warnings are out; it's not expected to be a drought, but be prepared.
Councils have imposed restrictions to help conserve water due to dry weather.
MetService said midweek looks settled, with light winds and mostly clear skies.
Officials to assess damage across the region caused by yesterday's heavy rainfall.
Franz Josef was having its wettest day since 1979.
It appears to be a tale of two islands for this weekend's weather.
Hastings hit a forecast peak of 28C soon after 1pm on Friday.
Some Hawke’s Bay spots may crack 30C this weekend – the first time since summer.
Drought speculation for Hawke's Bay is premature, but the Bay is vulnerable, Niwa says.
Residents warned of continued stormy weather.
Some areas are expected to reach near 30C in the coming days.
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