MetService said a front was expected to move south over the upper North Island tomorrow, bringing periods of heavy rain to northern and eastern areas.
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Electricty use skyrocketed in recent weeks as the country plunged into a big winter chill, Transpower says.
Fri, Aug 7
The forecaster said Taumarunui observed its coldest temperature on record at -7.2C, while Rotorua set a new all-time low of -5.6C.
This morning, MetService said Auckland was the coldest it's been since 2021.
Thu, Aug 6
Average electricity demand reached 7415MW during this morning's peak, surpassing yesterday's record of 7247MW.
Clearing the vehicle windows to get underway can be a frustrating hold-up on a frosty morning.
Record electricity demand and freezing temperatures are piling pressure on households, with charities reporting more people are struggling to afford heating and the basics.
Wed, Aug 5
MetService meteorologist John Law said people would "definitely need those extra layers, those gloves, and those woolly blankets" over the next few days.
Dunedin police responded to over 20 crashes today and conditions are likely to be treacherous again tomorrow.
Tue, Aug 4
1News weather expert Dan Corbett warns of even colder weather to come over the next few days.
MetService says snow and icy roads could disrupt travel early this week before bitterly cold mornings settle in across much of New Zealand.
Mon, Aug 3
Wānaka Police carried out a second rescue mission this week, saving two mountain-goers who underestimated the challenging conditions at Treble Cone ski field.
Sat, Aug 1
A strengthening El Niño has already broken records for intensity in its early stages, and it will likely spark even more wild weather worldwide as it grows.
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Earth Sciences New Zealand said there was now about a 90% chance the weather event would reach or surpass a "very strong" intensity, with peak conditions expected during the 2026-27 summer.
Fri, Jul 31
Meteorologist John Law told Breakfast conditions would turn "bitterly cold" for the South Island due to a combination of very cold air and strong winds.
MetService said a front preceded by strong northerly winds would move across the country, bringing brief heavy rain today and Friday.
Thu, Jul 30
Entire communities have been forced to flee, with President Emmanuel Macron describing the situation as France's most challenging wildfire crisis since World War Two.
Wed, Jul 29
MetService said there was "moderate confidence" the gales would affect the Marlborough Sounds, Wellington and Wairarapa.
Tue, Jul 28
Meteorologist John Law told Breakfast said some areas in the North Island overnight recorded their coldest night of the year.
MetService said much of the country could expect another frosty start tomorrow, after many centres recorded their coldest temperatures of the year today.
Mon, Jul 27
"There is still plenty room in town and it’s the best the time of year to see the whales," Mayor Craig Mackle said.
MetService said many places recorded their coldest temperatures of the year so far this morning, particularly across the North Island.
Kelburn and west Wellington received 40mm of rain in 30 minutes on Saturday morning, with torrential rain expected to move further northeast across the city during the afternoon.
Sat, Jul 25
New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said State Highway 7 was closed between Greymouth and Stillwater due to flooding.
Fri, Jul 24
MetService said things would get "really messy'" over the next 18 hours, with the potential for thunderstorms, waterspouts and small tornadoes.
