Weather
Scientists struggle to explain record surge in global heat
In an unprecedented streak between June 2023 and September 2024, global temperatures were unlike anything seen before.
Dry conditions in Otago prompt tighter fire restrictions, warnings
Fireworks and open-air fires have been banned in parts of Otago.
Cyclone Gabrielle clean up task force only just finishing
The clean up task force, that has been funded by the government, is only just finishing, almost two years after Cyclone Gabrielle battered the region. Hundreds of homes and land was coated in metres… Audio
Weather forecast: Wet and cold fronts moving in Monday
It was still a bit too early to get a reliable Christmas Day forecast just yet. Audio
Funding extension brings relief to Wairoa’s recovery efforts
Wairoa mayor Craig Little is thrilled the town has been handed some much-needed good Christmas tidings.
Heatwave hits Australia
In Victoria, authorities have warned of a high fire danger and a total fire ban has been declared in large parts of the state.
Heavy rain watches for upper North Island
It's the week before Christmas. What does the weather have in store for us? MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Heavy rain for the upper North Island, West Coast on Monday
Thunderstorms and localised downpours are also possible, while this weekend highs have hit over 30C in some places.
Downtown San Francisco experiences first tornado warning in recorded history
California averages nine tornadoes in a year, but no tornado warnings had ever previously been recorded for downtown San Francisco.
Weather: Warm start to the weekend
Fire-weary Canterbury should get a much-needed respite from high temperatures and gales as a change in the weather arrives, while much of the motu has had a warm start to the weekend, MetService says.
30-degree highs for some, 'extreme weather' for others this weekend
Parts of the country are "staring down barrel" of 30-degree temps, while others face the prospect of surface flooding and slips.
Heavy rain heading for upper North Island
A low developing in the northern Tasman Sea is driving a humid airmass over the North Island. Video
Air NZ flight forced to turn back after being struck by lightning
Flight NZ902 was bound for Tahiti when it was struck.
Wellington activates fire risk warning system
It means parks could close if the danger gets too high.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 9 December 2024
In today's episode, fire crews both on the ground and in the air are pushing to thwart a wildfire in Canterbury's Selwyn district before strong winds pick up in the coming hours, in one of the biggest… Audio
Strong winds batter Wellington
It was a night of wild weather in the capital on Sunday night. Strong gusts saw trees felled, flights cancelled and even destroyed a boat in the harbour. Reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Charlotte Cook.
…Heavy rain and wind lash parts of the country
MetService has issued a total of 10 severe weather warnings, with the most intense gusts happening in the central South Island, and lower North Island. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane… Audio
Weather: Intense front moves north as flights cancelled in Wellington
A raft of flights have been cancelled, with MetService warning of winds up to 150km/h.
Road and rain warnings from far south up to lower north
Drivers are being urged to take extra care on South Island roads, and warned that roads could close, as heavy rain and wind warnings spread orange and yellow across the MetService map.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Selwyn District, Ashburton
MetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Selwyn district and Ashburton until 5.30pm.
