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MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026
MetService morning weather update: June 22, 2026. Video / MetService
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NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, June 20, 2026
NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday, June 20, 2026
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.
Kim Knight: The Auckland winter is a lie. I have the numbers to prove it
The cold truth is only a Lego figure looks good in a sleeveless puffer.
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: Friday, June 19, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Friday, June 19, 2026. Video / MetService
Rain and wind to hit South Island this weekend, warnings issued
Up to 290mm of rain is forecast for parts of the South Island.
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
Christchurch basks in spring-like winter warmth as temps top 20C
However, the warmth is brief, with frosts and 10C highs forecast from tonight.
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Video / MetService
'No risk of drought': Hydro inflows hit 28-year high, Meridian says
Hydro inflows are at 118% of average, the highest since 1998.
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.
Fog disrupts Auckland flights as South Island braces for downpours and gales
Heavy rain and strong wind watches are in force from mid-morning.
Fog restrictions lifted at Auckland Airport, flights resume
More than 50 domestic flights have been either cancelled or delayed today.
Frosty weekend but rain and wind edging closer with incoming weather system
Attendees at Fieldays and the Warriors match will enjoy chilly but mostly settled weather.
'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
MetService morning weather update: Friday, June 12, 2026
MetService morning weather update: Friday, June 12, 2026. Video / MetService
'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
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.
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
'Danger reduced': State of emergency lifted for Wellington’s Southern and Eastern wards as cordons removed
Traffic cordons will be removed and residents will be able to return home soon.