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Subtropical air express: 'Sweltering' nights, more thunderstorms loom for north
A humid weather system is bringing warm nights and the risk of intense downpours.
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MetService expects Saturday to be fine for most of the country.
'May impact travel': Strong winds warning for Auckland Harbour Bridge
Gusts up to 80km/h may affect those crossing the bridge during the afternoon peak.
Watch: Farmer films from tractor as tornado barrels past
Residents shocked as thunderstorms, hail and tornadoes sweep across Canterbury.
Multiple fans treated by St John as Christchurch stadium heat reaches 32.5C
Six people needed medical treatment for heat-related incidents during Monday's NPC final.
'Spring flip': Second front to bring wet, windy and cooler weather across NZ
MetService says the front will be a 'nice twist' for places that have been 'quite dry'.
Christchurch stadium hits 32.5C as operator acknowledges more work needed on heat
Parts of the stadium reached 32.5C on Monday during the NPC final.
Wellington suburb records blustery 130km/h gusts overnight
Kelburn was the windiest residential area nationwide in the past 24 hours.
Severe gales threaten after weekend of fierce fires
Northwest gales could bring gusts of up to 130km/h in exposed places.
20 flights hit and roads cordoned as fierce winds batter Wellington
The wind gusts forced police to close Oriental Parade in Wellington.
'I don't think anyone is going to stay dry': Labour weekend's wet send-off
The fast-moving front is expected to last until early Tuesday morning.
Heavy rain and strong winds threaten Labour Weekend travel
Heavy rain and strong winds are set to disrupt Labour Weekend journeys home, with motorists urged to check conditions and take extra care. Video / MetService
New weather warnings issued as Labour Day front bears down
Gale watches may be issued for at least the south of the North Island.
Stunner to stormy: Warm weekend set to end with rain and gales in the south
Winds could reach severe gale force in four southern areas from Sunday.
Holiday traffic: Key highways set for delays amid Labour weekend exodus
A truck breakdown on one holiday highway has now been cleared, but congestion remains.
‘Major change is expected’: 30C Labour Weekend scorcher before storm
Heavy rain and fierce winds could disrupt Labour Day journeys across the South Island.
Labour weekend scorcher: Temps to hit sweltering 28C before rain, wind sweeps in
Temperatures in eastern areas could reach 10C above average.
Labour weekend scorcher: Temperatures to reach 27C in Chch for sporting bonanza
Sporting events are expected to draw more than 68,000 people and bring in $10m.
MetService morning weather update: October 19, 2026
MetService morning weather update: October 19, 2026. Video / MetService
Tropical cyclone looms in the Pacific as MetService tracks 'unlikely' NZ risk
Category one Tropical Cyclone Wati is moving southeast in Cook Islands waters.
Frosts return as temperatures drop to 2C this weekend
Temperatures will fall sharply overnight despite clear skies and sunny days.
'Winter wonderland': Spring snow as cold snap sees temperatures tumble across both islands
One skifield posted photos of fresh snowfall amid the chilly change.
Your MetService weekend weather outlook with Heather Keats | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Your MetService weekend weather outlook with Heather Keats, Friday, October 16. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY