Weather
Wintry blast set to hit country
A wintry blast is about to close roads and cancel ferries. MetService meteorologist, Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Katie Kenny explains seasons, what they are, do we have four?
What's up with the seasons? Katie Kenny explains. Audio
Flooding closes SH1 in two places in Far North
NZTA is warning motorists there are no alternative routes for the two road closures, as surface flooding hits Dargaville.
Heavy rain, snow to bring chilly temperatures for South Island
A multi-faceted weather system is on its way to parts of the country, bringing rain, snow and wind and chilly temperatures.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 29 April 2025
In today's episode, Wellington mayor Tory Whanau won't be contesting the mayoralty again come October, rain-weary Northlanders are preparing for another deluge, with a new heavy rain watch in force… Audio
Northlanders prepare for more heavy rain
Rain-weary Northlanders are preparing for another deluge, with a new heavy rain watch in force for north of Whangarei for the next 12 hours. Northland reporter Peter de Graaf spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Drivers urged to take extra care in Northland as heavy rain looms
NZTA Waka Kotahi warned flooding and slips are possible on much of State Highway 1.
Heavy rain extends water restrictions in Far North
Water quality affected by heavy rain during ex-tropical Cyclone Tam means some water restrictions remain in place in the Far North.
Northland set for another wet start to the week
MetService says there is still a risk of thunderstorms in the upper North Island too. Audio
SH1 through Mangamuka Gorge reopens after slip
Road had been closed by a large slip since early Sunday.
Upper North Island set for wet start to week
The upper North Island is in for a wet start to the school term. MetService Meteorologist John Law spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Rain lashes top of North Island, heavy rain watches for Auckland, Northland
An unstable weather system prone to producing thunderstorms is moving down the North Island and heading to parts of the South Island. Video
Severe thunderstorm warning for Northland lifted
MetService's weather radar detected severe thunderstorms near Kaitaia, the Maungataniwha Range and Victoria Valley on Sunday morning.
Far North sailing club appeals for help after Cyclone Tam
The storm ripped the roof right off Taipā Sailing Club.
Space weather: Graham Leonard
Space weather isn't watercooler conversation but it's out there! Audio
Heavy rain and thunderstorms could be heading for Northland
A yellow heavy rain watch is in effect for Northland into the weekend, as a slow moving active front lies close to the upper North Island.
Anzac Day weather: Fine for most, with possible afternoon showers
Dawn services should be dry across the country tomorrow with just a few possible showers in the Far North, Gisborne and the West Coast. Video
Duvauchelle residents on water restrictions after weekend storm
The Akaroa town has been told to immediately stop "non-essential activities".
Auckland family 'frustrated' by lack of warning prior to weekend floods
Many of those hit by flooding two years ago were taken by surprise again during weekend storms.
Auckland dams given slight boost by weekend deluge
Parts of Auckland received 200 milimetres of rain when ex-cyclone Tam hit.
