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MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026
MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026. Video / MetService
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Rain and wind to hit South Island this weekend, warnings issued
Up to 290mm of rain is forecast for parts of the South Island.
Christchurch basks in spring-like winter warmth as temps top 20C
However, the warmth is brief, with frosts and 10C highs forecast from tonight.
Auckland set for another foggy night while heavy rain and strong wind hit South Island
Fog could return to Auckland tonight, clearing by mid-morning tomorrow.
'Rug up': MetService warns of near-freezing mornings as Auckland drops to 3C
It will be a chilly start again tomorrow for parts of country.
Resident calls Wellington state of emergency ‘alarmist’ but expert calls it ‘invisible success’
The state of emergency came after MetService's heavy swell warning for the south coast.
Wintry chill as temps plunge to 0C and below, monster swells ease after Wellington evacuations
Auckland is starting the day on a brisk 7C while Hamilton is sitting on freezing point.
Mandatory emergency evacuation order issued for Wellington waterfront homes as ‘significant swell event’ looms
The warning comes after Wellington City Mayor Andrew Little declared a state of emergency.
Weather outlook: Where storms will be rolling in this weekend | Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService's John Law says heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible tornadoes are on the menu as winter begins, Friday, June 5. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService morning weather update: Friday, June 5, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Friday, June 5, 2026.
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 4, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 4, 2026.
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026.
Raw sewage flows into Nelson river and estuary after overnight storm
Heavy downpours caused a wastewater pipe to burst, sending sewage into nearby waterways.
MetService severe weather warning: May 31, 2026
MetService severe weather warning: May 31, 2026. Video / MetService
Weekend weather outlook: Winter starts with a bang | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Your weekend weather outlook with MetService's Heather Keats. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService morning weather update: May 29, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 29, 2026. Video / MetService
Heavy rain on cards for King's Birthday as golden run of weather in north comes to end
Clear skies will be replaced with wet and humid weather in the coming days.
MetService morning weather update: May 28, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 28, 2026.
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MetService morning weather update: May 25, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 25, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 22, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 22, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 21, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 21, 2026. Video / MetService
Strong winds and rain to lash South Island after frosty calm spell
'This is quite a bit stronger than we’ve had for a few weeks now.'
MetService morning weather update: May 20, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 20, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 19, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 19, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 18, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 18, 2026. Video / MetService
Wintry chill to wet: Frosty sub-zero temps across weekend before rain returns
Temperatures fell below freezing for some this morning, with one spot dipping to -5.8C.
Your weekend weather outlook with Heather Keats | Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService's Heather Keats reveals how the weather is looking where you are, Friday, May 15. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService morning weather update: May 15, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 15, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026
MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026. Video / MetService