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MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Video / MetService
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MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026
MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026. Video / MetService
Rain brings relief to fire-hit Canterbury and Marlborough after record heat
About 45 crews and aircraft fought fires across Canterbury and Marlborough yesterday.
Hottest June day ever for Christchurch, amid strong winds and rain
The city has hit 25 degrees - a record high for the first month of winter.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: June 20th 2026
MetService severe weather warning: June 20, 2026. Video / MetService
Severe weather to lash South Island with heavy rain and 130km/h gales
Westland ranges may receive up to 350mm of rain over a 24-hour period.
MetService severe weather warning
MetService severe weather warning: June 19 - 21 . Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 18, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 18, 2026. Video / MetService
'Unprecedented' El Niño on the cards – could exceed previous events
Canterbury is already in a meteorological drought as conditions worsen.
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: Monday, June 15, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Monday, June 15, 2026. Video / MetService
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.
'Fairly significant': El Nino weather is officially here, bringing cooler temps and drier days
The weekend is shaping to be a sport fan's dream, with clear skies and crisp temperatures.
'El Niño is here: How it could impact New Zealand | Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService's John Law with an update on El Niño and your weekend weather outlook, Friday 12 June. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
'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.
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 11, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Thursday, June 11, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Video / MetService
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.
Residents on Wellington’s southern coast were told to evacuate
Residents on Wellington’s southern coast were told to evacuate ahead of monster waves that have been pummelling the coastline. Video / Marty Melville
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Video / MetService
Residents told take essential items as evacuation deadline looms ahead of 10m wave tempest
A state of emergency is in force across a swathe of Wellington southern bays.
Residents prepare for stormy conditions on Wellington’s south coast
Emergency evacuation orders have been issued for Wellington’s south coast. From 9am today residents in Owhiro Bay, Island Bay, Houghton Bay and Breaker Bay must evacuate.
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.
MetService morning weather update: Monday, June 8, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Monday, June 8, 2026. Video / MetService
Gales to peak near midnight as deep low drives wind, huge swells across NZ
A deep low-pressure system is moving northeast.
Cocktail of unstable, humid atmosphere and warm seas a perfect recipe for lightning strikes
The South Island has seen more than 6200 lightning strikes in 12 hours.
Fork lightning strikes Waikawa Bay, Picton
View from Bay Vista Waterfront Motel as fork lightning strikes Waikawa Bay, Picton just before midnight. Video \ Kerry Sorensen-Tyler
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.