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New Zealand is experiencing a distinctly wintry weather pattern today, with showers, cloud and brisk winds affecting sev...
16/08/2026

New Zealand is experiencing a distinctly wintry weather pattern today, with showers, cloud and brisk winds affecting several regions while some areas get welcome breaks of sunshine. MetService's national forecast shows Northland and Auckland with partly cloudy skies and showers, while the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty face rain that can become heavy before easing to showers.

Further south, the colder air is keeping conditions unsettled over the South Island, particularly around the mountains. Meanwhile, the overall southerly flow is maintaining a chilly feel across the country.

Forecasters say conditions will vary sharply from region to region, so checking the local forecast remains important. Drivers are being advised to expect wet roads, reduced visibility during heavier showers and winter-like conditions on higher routes.

A strong southerly pattern is dominating New Zealand's weather today as a low pressure system moves away to the east of ...
15/08/2026

A strong southerly pattern is dominating New Zealand's weather today as a low pressure system moves away to the east of the North Island. MetService says rain or showers will affect many areas, while the southerly flow keeps temperatures feeling distinctly wintry.

The change is particularly noticeable across exposed parts of the North Island and lower South Island, where brisk winds can make conditions feel colder than the actual temperature.

Meanwhile, the higher parts of the Southern Alps remain vulnerable to snow as cold air moves across the country. The Aoraki/Mt Cook forecast indicates rain with snow lowering to around 800 metres, highlighting the wintry conditions over elevated terrain.

Weather experts are urging anyone travelling through alpine areas to check conditions carefully before setting out.

A mixture of cloud, showers and occasional heavier bursts is expected across Auckland and Northland today, with MetServi...
15/08/2026

A mixture of cloud, showers and occasional heavier bursts is expected across Auckland and Northland today, with MetService forecasting partly cloudy conditions and showers becoming more frequent and potentially heavy around Auckland.

Northland is also expected to see isolated showers, with some areas of morning fog before conditions gradually change through the day. Meanwhile, southwesterly winds will add a noticeable chill, particularly during exposed periods.

Forecasters say the weather will remain changeable rather than continuously wet, meaning some locations could see short-lived sunshine between showers. Motorists should be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions, especially during heavier bursts of rain.

A wet and unsettled day is unfolding across parts of the North Island, with heavy rain affecting the Coromandel and Bay ...
15/08/2026

A wet and unsettled day is unfolding across parts of the North Island, with heavy rain affecting the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty, while Gisborne is also facing periods of rain. MetService has current heavy-rain watches and warnings in place for parts of the region.

Meanwhile, rain in Gisborne is expected to ease for a time, while the Bay of Plenty remains vulnerable to heavier bursts. Forecasters warn that persistent rain can lead to difficult driving conditions and localised surface flooding, particularly where downpours are strongest.

Drivers are being advised to slow down, increase following distances and check the latest official warnings before travelling. Conditions should gradually become less wet in affected areas as the weather system moves on.

After a run of cold winter conditions, temperatures are expected to climb later in the week as a milder weather pattern ...
11/08/2026

After a run of cold winter conditions, temperatures are expected to climb later in the week as a milder weather pattern develops. Friday is currently shaping up as one of the more settled days, with partly sunny conditions and noticeably warmer temperatures possible across many parts of New Zealand.

Meanwhile, showers may still affect some regions before the improvement arrives, particularly across western and southern areas. Conditions are expected to remain changeable through the weekend, with further showers possible.

Weather experts say the warming trend will be welcome after the recent cold spell, but frosty mornings could continue in sheltered inland locations even as daytime temperatures recover.

New Zealand is set for a brief improvement before another change in the weather arrives. Some regions can expect periods...
11/08/2026

New Zealand is set for a brief improvement before another change in the weather arrives. Some regions can expect periods of sunshine during the day, although cloud will gradually increase as the next system approaches.

Auckland, Waikato and parts of the North Island may see a mixture of cloud and brighter spells, while eastern areas could enjoy longer periods of settled weather. Meanwhile, western districts are more likely to experience increasing cloud and showers.

Forecasters say conditions are expected to become wetter through the middle of the week. The latest outlook suggests the unsettled period should not last indefinitely, with a warmer and brighter change possible later in the week.

A wetter pattern is developing across New Zealand, with periods of rain and drizzle expected to become more widespread t...
10/08/2026

A wetter pattern is developing across New Zealand, with periods of rain and drizzle expected to become more widespread through Wednesday. Western and southern areas are likely to see the most persistent cloud and precipitation, while some eastern regions may remain comparatively drier.

Meanwhile, temperatures will stay relatively cool, particularly where cloud and rain dominate. Conditions are expected to remain unsettled into Thursday, when further cloud and afternoon rain are possible.

Weather experts say motorists should be prepared for reduced visibility and wet roads in affected areas. Anyone travelling through exposed or higher terrain should also keep an eye on the latest local forecasts and official weather information.

A cold and mostly cloudy start is being felt across New Zealand, with temperatures remaining low during the morning in m...
10/08/2026

A cold and mostly cloudy start is being felt across New Zealand, with temperatures remaining low during the morning in many areas. Some sunshine will break through during the day, but conditions are expected to become increasingly cloudy as the weather pattern changes.

Meanwhile, inland and sheltered areas can still expect a chilly start, with frost possible where skies clear overnight. Eastern districts may see better opportunities for sunshine, while western areas are more exposed to cloud and showers.

Forecasters say the cold conditions will gradually ease later in the week, although winter temperatures will remain a feature across much of the country.

After an exceptionally cold start to August, there are signs of a gradual improvement for many parts of New Zealand. The...
10/08/2026

After an exceptionally cold start to August, there are signs of a gradual improvement for many parts of New Zealand. The most intense phase of the recent cold snap is easing, although frosty mornings remain likely across inland areas.

Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty can expect periods of cloud mixed with brighter spells, while Gisborne and Hawke's Bay are among the regions that can benefit from more settled conditions. Further south, Canterbury and Otago may still wake to freezing temperatures before sunshine helps lift afternoon temperatures.

Meanwhile, the West Coast and Fiordland remain more exposed to showers. Forecasters say winter will continue to make its presence felt, but the extreme cold is gradually losing its grip.

A change in the weather pattern is bringing a more unsettled spell to parts of New Zealand, with western and southern ar...
09/08/2026

A change in the weather pattern is bringing a more unsettled spell to parts of New Zealand, with western and southern areas seeing more cloud, showers and brisk winds while eastern districts can expect more sheltered conditions.

Conditions are expected to vary sharply from region to region. Fiordland and the West Coast are among the areas more exposed to rain, while parts of Canterbury, Marlborough and Hawke's Bay can see longer periods of dry weather and sunshine.

Meanwhile, forecasters are watching the development of stronger southwesterly winds across exposed coastal areas. Weather experts say the combination of cold air, showers and wind could make conditions feel considerably colder than daytime temperatures suggest.

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