Tag: New Zealand weather
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NZ’s sodden January explained: what’s driven this month’s big wet?
Why January Has Been So Wet Across New Zealand New Zealand has traded sun-drenched picnics for umbrellas this January as parts of the country grapple with persistent rain, low sunshine, and a spate of severe weather. While a soggy start to the year isn’t unprecedented, the breadth and consistency of rainfall have prompted questions about…
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NZ’s sodden January explained: what’s driving this month’s big wet
Overview: a unusually wet start to New Zealand’s year January has historically been a month of sunshine and summer heat for many parts of New Zealand. This year, however, delivered a string of low-pressure systems, persistent rain, and powerful storms that kept umbrellas out and many residents on alert. Meteorologists say the month’s rainfall isn’t…
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Mt Maunganui Landslide Updates: Storm Repairs Continue as Community Holds Vigil
Overview of the Mt Maunganui Landslide Situation As harsh weather continues to affect the coastal town, crews remain focused on storm repairs and landslide recovery in Mt Maunganui. While the immediate danger has passed for some neighborhoods, the work to clear debris, stabilize slopes, and ensure safe access remains ongoing. Local residents have watched the…
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NZ Heat Alerts as Severe South Island Weather Hits Weekend
Overview: Heat Alerts and Severe Weather on the Way MetService has issued heat alerts for several North Island locations this weekend as temperatures climb, alongside severe weather watches for parts of the South Island. The weekend forecast combines heat risk with the growing threat of heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding in some regions.…
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Otago Shines as a Sunny Bet for the Rest of Summer, ESNZ Forecast Says
Otago Looks Like a Standout for the Rest of Summer Weather watchers and regional planners in New Zealand are turning their attention to Otago as a hopeful hotspot for the late-summer period. Earth Sciences New Zealand (ESNZ), formerly NIWA, released its three-month climate outlook suggesting that many parts of the country will stay warm and…
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Otago Expected to Stay Warm and Wet Through Summer, ESNZ Predicts
Otago’s Summer Outlook: Warm Days with Frequent Showers New Zealand’s climate agency, Earth Sciences NZ (ESNZ), formerly Niwa, has released its three-month outlook, indicating that Otago and many other regions should expect a continuation of warm temperatures paired with regular rainfall. The agency notes that the rest of the southern hemisphere summer is likely to…
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Otago Summer Outlook: Warm, Wet Days Ahead for Rest of Season
Otago’s Prospects for the Rest of Summer Otago is shaping up for a summer that remains warm and wet in many parts, according to Earth Sciences New Zealand (ESNZ), formerly known as Niwa. In its latest climate outlook, ESNZ indicates a continuation of the conditions that have defined the season so far, driven in part…
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Warning to prepare as weekend heatwave sends temperatures skyrocketing
Overview: A weekend heatwave is on the way A heatwave is forecast to blanket parts of New Zealand’s east coast this weekend, with hot air sweeping in from Australia. MetService indicates many areas will experience unusually warm conditions on Thursday, and temperatures could soar beyond 30°C for the weekend. Hastings is specifically flagged to reach…
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Weekend Heatwave: Hastings Could Hit 37°C as Australia-Borne Heat Reaches New Zealand
Overview: a blistering weekend on the horizon A heatwave is forecast to push temperatures well above seasonal norms across parts of New Zealand this weekend, with Hastings potentially reaching a peak of 37°C. Meteorologists say the hot air is tracing a path from Australia and settling over the east coast, bringing unseasonably high heat for…
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Hundreds Lose Power in Dunedin Thunderstorms
Overview of the outage Severe thunderstorms swept across the lower South Island, leaving hundreds of households in Dunedin and surrounding areas without electricity. The weather event caused damage to power lines, prompting urgent responses from utility crews and emergency services as residents reported outages late in the day. Where and how the outages occurred The…