Weather forecast
VIDEO: Wednesday PM weather report update from MetService
As bad weather rolls on into New Zealand's North, we have additional reporting to help you stay dry and safe.
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Be ready for rapid weather changes on New Zealand’s coastal waters
Summer crowds remain on the water, but rapidly changing coastal weather demands constant awareness and solid preparation.
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Incoming marine weather: unsettled seas building from the north
A humid northeasterly flow and a series of fast-moving fronts will bring rough seas, strengthening winds and heavy rain to ma...
Geomagnetic space storm lights southern skies — and shakes up satellites, comms, and the power grid
The skies will be beautiful — but the consequences for utilities could be significant.
Severe thunderstorm watch for Upper North Island
Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected this afternoon and evening.
MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch ...
Weather warnings for lower North Island bring heavy swells and strong winds
Boaties and coastal communities in the lower North Island are being urged to take care, with MetService issuing both a Heavy ...
New Zealand boating weather: a brief reprieve before midweek winds return
New Zealand boating weather turns unsettled midweek—find out the best spots to boat and which coasts to avoid.
Coromandel strong winds: the gusts just kept coming
Boating New Zealand contributor, Kirsten Thomas, tells us of her liveaboard experiences during last night’s Coromandel storms...
New Zealand marine forecast: rough seas and shifting winds ahead
Gale warnings dominate New Zealand’s marine forecast this week. Find out the best places to head and the areas to avoid.
See-sawing into spring: New Zealand weather for boaters this week
Sunshine, showers, and strong winds — the week ahead offers both perfect boating windows and patches to avoid.
Sunshine in the south, showers in the north: New Zealand’s boating weather outlook
Clear skies and calm seas beckon in the South Island, while showers and rising winds dampen prospects in the north this weeke...
Severe weather grips New Zealand’s coasts and catchments
North Island weather: downpours and dangerous winds
As of Tuesday 29 July, a deep and moisture-laden northeast flow is fuell...
Take cover! Heavy weather looms as rain, wind and swell bear down
A powerful front moving east across the country is expected to bring significant rainfall and strong north to northeas...
Weekend weather outlook: calm turns to wet, windy and warm by Monday
A settled, frosty week gives way to a shifting pattern as rain and wind creep in from the south, bringing warmer air and an e...
Frosty but fair: where to be (and not to be) on the water this week
Calm high-pressure reigns over New Zealand—but eastern drizzle and a brewing front mean boaties should still plan carefully.
Boaties brace for storm: heavy rain and wind to hit North Island and upper South
MetService issues widespread warnings from Northland to Marlborough, with marine areas expecting heavy rain, surging rivers, ...
Weather second week July 2025 school holidays: where to boat safely around New Zealand
Enjoy calm mornings and light breezes early in the week—before a wet and windy finish by the weekend.
Winter boating outlook: July–September 2025 in New Zealand
Winter 2025 is shaping up to be unusually warm across New Zealand, with NIWA forecasting above-average air and sea temperatur...
Strong winds and wintry blasts for King’s Birthday weekend
Boaties, bach-goers and road-trippers are being urged to keep a close eye on weather forecasts this King’s Birthday long week...
Summary and Boating/Fishing Outlook: 22–26 May 2025
We woke to a stunning morning here in Whangamata, on the Coromandel Peninsula – sunshine, barely a breath of wind, and a gent...