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href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S01030/wet-weather-and-warmer-nights-ahead.htm">Wet Weather And Warmer Nights Ahead</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 31 March 2025, 12:03 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane comments, “It would seem that March is carrying the baton, continuing the legacy of a dry 2025 so far. Many will be looking for rain about now, and this week holds one of the more promising rain-bearing ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S01030/wet-weather-and-warmer-nights-ahead.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00906/rain-clears-for-an-eventful-weekend.htm">Rain Clears For An Eventful Weekend</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 27 March 2025, 12:23 pm | MetService</p> <p>With so many events scheduled this weekend, people will be eagerly checking their local MetService weather forecasts. Sunshine is expected for the last day of the Maadi Regatta on Saturday, without too much more disruption from fog. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00906/rain-clears-for-an-eventful-weekend.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00804/mixed-bag-of-weather-for-new-zealand-this-week.htm">Mixed-Bag Of Weather For New Zealand This Week</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 24 March 2025, 2:02 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService Meteorologist Kgolofelo Dube warns of chillier nights ahead “Behind the rainband on Thursday, a cooler airmass maintains colder overnight temperatures in many places, as well as cooler midday maximums in Southland”. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00804/mixed-bag-of-weather-for-new-zealand-this-week.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-left-box-wrapper"> <div class="article-left-box"> </div> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00679/settled-weekend-for-most-but-heavy-rain-for-wairoa-district-and-southern-gisborne.htm">Settled Weekend For Most, But Heavy Rain For Wairoa District And Southern Gisborne</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 20 March 2025, 1:48 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService Meteorologist Kgolofelo Dube recommends, “If you are located in these areas, you can prepare by clearing your drains and gutters, taking care near low-lying areas, and driving cautiously.” <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00679/settled-weekend-for-most-but-heavy-rain-for-wairoa-district-and-southern-gisborne.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00546/a-mosaic-of-severe-weather.htm">A Mosaic Of Severe Weather</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 March 2025, 1:18 pm | MetService</p> <p>Heavy Rain Warnings have been issued for the Westland District and Fiordland for only the second time this year, as these regions bear the brunt of the incoming rain. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00546/a-mosaic-of-severe-weather.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00428/dry-and-mainly-settled-weather-provides-chance-to-spot-blood-moon.htm">Dry And Mainly Settled Weather Provides Chance To Spot Blood Moon</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 13 March 2025, 2:20 pm | MetService</p> <p>The chilly southerly that moved up the country yesterday (Wednesday) saw Cantabrians getting a taste of what’s to come as we edge closer to winter with afternoon temperatures hovering around 13°C. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00428/dry-and-mainly-settled-weather-provides-chance-to-spot-blood-moon.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00303/a-settled-start-midweek-chill-and-a-warmer-finish.htm">A Settled Start, Midweek Chill, And A Warmer Finish</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 10 March 2025, 2:06 pm | MetService</p> <p>After a mostly dry and settled Monday for much of the country, rain jackets will be needed by Tuesday and Wednesday as wet and windy conditions return to the South Island, including the possibility of thunderstorms in the far south. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00303/a-settled-start-midweek-chill-and-a-warmer-finish.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00187/cold-mornings-showers-and-sunshine.htm">Cold Mornings, Showers, And Sunshine</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 6 March 2025, 1:47 pm | MetService</p> <p>Parts of the South Island woke up to their coldest temperatures of the year so far this morning, with inland Canterbury dipping below zero and the Canterbury Plains and Christchurch recording lows around 3°C . <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00187/cold-mornings-showers-and-sunshine.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00045/autumn-kicks-off-with-a-chilly-stormy-start.htm">Autumn Kicks Off With A Chilly, Stormy Start</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 3 March 2025, 1:23 pm | MetService</p> <p>A rain-bearing cold front moves up the South Island today (Monday), delivering heavier falls to eastern areas at times before clearing from the south and west this evening. On Tuesday, it’s the North Island’s turn with rain and showers, reaching Northland ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2503/S00045/autumn-kicks-off-with-a-chilly-stormy-start.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00744/summer-signing-out-sunny-and-warm.htm">Summer Signing Out Sunny And Warm</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 27 February 2025, 2:42 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService Meteorologist Surprise Mhlongo said, “In contrast to how the year started, this season is coming to an end with sunny skies and warm temperatures, making it a suitable weekend to all the activities across the country.” <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00744/summer-signing-out-sunny-and-warm.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00624/final-week-of-summer-ticks-all-the-summer-boxes.htm">Final Week Of Summer Ticks All The Summer Boxes</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 24 February 2025, 1:06 pm | MetService</p> <p>The only disturbance in the flow comes in the form of a rainband moving up the western South Island on Tuesday, and MetService has issued a Heavy Rain Watch for northern Fiordland and the ranges of the Westland District. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00624/final-week-of-summer-ticks-all-the-summer-boxes.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00522/an-end-to-the-mugginess-at-last.htm">An End To The Mugginess At Last</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 20 February 2025, 1:54 pm | MetService</p> <p>Largely sunny skies are expected for the North Island on Saturday, which should be a good day for outdoor enthusiasts, especially if you do not mind a southwesterly breeze. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00522/an-end-to-the-mugginess-at-last.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00394/a-muggy-and-wet-week-humidity-is-back.htm">A Muggy And Wet Week - Humidity Is Back!</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 17 February 2025, 12:11 pm | MetService</p> <p> Covering period of Monday 17th -Thursday 20th February ‘Warm and moist’ is the name of the game this week with a swath of tropical air over Aotearoa New Zealand. Rain, associated with a low-pressure system from the north, continues to fall on ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00394/a-muggy-and-wet-week-humidity-is-back.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00270/hot-valentines-ahead-before-showers-in-the-upper-north.htm">Hot Valentine’s Ahead Before Showers In The Upper North</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 13 February 2025, 1:32 pm | MetService</p> <p>Valentine’s Day weather could not be better if we ordered it; a high-pressure system over the country slowly moves east tomorrow, providing a warm and sunny Valentine’s Day for many across the country. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00270/hot-valentines-ahead-before-showers-in-the-upper-north.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00223/afternoon-thunderstorms-and-sunshine.htm">Afternoon Thunderstorms And Sunshine</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 10 February 2025, 1:21 pm | MetService</p> <p>For tomorrow (Tuesday), showers and thunderstorms are on the menu again, this time reaching up into the upper North Island, but are currently at a lower risk of being severe. However, MetService advises to keep an eye on the forecast as we get closer ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00223/afternoon-thunderstorms-and-sunshine.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00179/thundery-afternoon-for-central-north-island-before-a-summery-weekend.htm">Thundery Afternoon For Central North Island Before A Summery Weekend</a></h3> <p class="release">Friday, 7 February 2025, 1:49 pm | MetService</p> <p>A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in place for the central North Island this afternoon and evening, covering Taupō, Waikato south of Tokoroa, Taumarunui, inland Bay of Plenty, Taranaki and Taihape. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00179/thundery-afternoon-for-central-north-island-before-a-summery-weekend.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00029/a-sunny-start-before-brief-rain-for-the-south-island.htm">A Sunny Start Before Brief Rain For The South Island</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 3 February 2025, 1:59 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService continues to keep a close watch on the tropics, where a couple of low-pressure systems between Australia and Vanuatu have the potential to develop into tropical cyclones. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2502/S00029/a-sunny-start-before-brief-rain-for-the-south-island.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00670/a-mix-of-weather-for-aotearoa-but-eyes-are-on-the-tropics.htm"> A Mix Of Weather For Aotearoa But Eyes Are On The Tropics</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 30 January 2025, 1:33 pm | MetService</p> <p>MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris states; “It’s been a slow start to the tropical cyclone season around the South Pacific, but as we head through the weekend and into next week, we see the potential for a tropical cyclone to spin up. <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00670/a-mix-of-weather-for-aotearoa-but-eyes-are-on-the-tropics.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00573/sunny-interlude-before-midweek-rain.htm">Sunny Interlude Before Midweek Rain</a></h3> <p class="release">Monday, 27 January 2025, 4:39 pm | MetService</p> <p>This brighter weather extends across much of the country on Tuesday, thanks to a brief ridge of high pressure. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane explains, “After an active couple of days weather-wise, many may welcome a bright and sunny ... <a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00573/sunny-interlude-before-midweek-rain.htm">More >></a></p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h3><a href="https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/AK2501/S00469/a-wet-weekend-in-store.htm">A Wet Weekend In Store</a></h3> <p class="release">Thursday, 23 January 2025, 2:59 pm | MetService</p> <p>The southerly change brings a drop in temperatures for the South Island. 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