Weather
Capital summer or end of days?
This weather is apparently what's called summer. Some of us are less experienced with this phenomena and may need a few pointers, writes Phil Smith.
Christchurch bakes in 33 degrees, roads melt in unprecedented heat
Dunedin residents are being warned to conserve water now or face severe restrictions later as a hot, dry spell sits over the country.Meanwhile, the intense heat has led to crowded beaches and extra… Video, Audio
It's already 30 degrees down south
Temperatures in some parts of the South Island are exceeding 30 degrees today.
'I've never known a year like it'
Wellington's unusually long spell of sunny weather has forced authorities to dip into its storage lakes two months earlier than usual.
Wellingtonians face water restrictions amid early summer heat
Water restrictions are already in place in many parts of the country, and now Wellington residents are being warned to heed water restrictions or face tougher measures in the coming weeks. Audio
No relief from hot, dry weather in the near future
Regions left parched by the hot, dry weather across the country can expect little relief as two fronts are set to hit the South Island over the next few days. Audio
'It's all eroded, it's all gone. It's really sad'
Hotter days, more floods and landslides from rising sea levels are on the cards for Auckland by the end of the century.
Effect of climate change on our weather
Dr Sam Dean is the chief scientist for climate change at NIWA, he presented a report to Auckland Council yesterday which he refers to as the "encyclopedia" of climate change for Auckland. In it, he… Audio
'Unprecedented' run of hot weather
This summer, hot, dry weather has arrived earlier than usual, causing fears of drought in regions right across the country, including ones that aren't normally affected. MetService says the long run… Audio
Global warming? - Don't sweat it says Auckland Council
Hotter days, more floods and frequent landslides from rising sea levels are on the cards for Auckland by the end of the century. A Niwa report commissioned by Auckland Council shows sea levels could… Audio
Insurance claims from bad weather top $240m
This year has seen record insurance payouts for weather-related claims with damage of more than $240 million.
Insurance claims from bad weather top $240 million
This year has seen record insurance payouts for weather-related claims with damage of more than $240 million. But while many have been able to move on with their lives, this year's weather events have… Audio
Weather heats up, Southland driest for decades
Southland has not had such a long dry spell since 1990 and is tracking towards its driest year on record, the regional council says.
Napier council accused of ignoring residents
After six months of black and gritty water, Tamatea residents feel they are being ignored and neglected by the Napier City Council. Video
Napier water crisis: 'I read about it in the paper' - MP
Napier residents and MP Stuart Nash say they were left in the dark about the city's water problems.
Napier water crisis: 'There is no need for panic buying'
A shipment of bottled water is on the way to Napier today and extra deliveries will continue until the water situation settles down. Audio
Kakapo death in Fiordland result of heat wave
In case anyone thinks those warnings are a bit over-dramatic, there was some sad news from Fiordland yesterday. A kakapo known as Blake died on Anchor Island in what's thought to be the first death of… Audio
kiwi, penguins and insects facing dessication in summer weather
While New Zealanders look forward to beach days and barbecues this summer, scientists are urging us to spare a thought for native wildlife. Audio
Napier under threat of water crisis
Continuing hot weather plunged Napier into a water crisis yesterday. Residents were warned that if they didn't cut back their water use, the city's taps could go dry. Water is still coming out of the… Audio
Weather: How long will the heat remain?
As temperatures soar around the country, some regions' water levels are being hit harder than others. It's been almost a month since Palmerston North, Masterton and Levin had more than 1mm of rain and… Audio
