Tag: snow
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New Zealand Weather Forecast: From Snowy South to Sunny Weekend
Aotearoa New Zealand is experiencing an unstable south to southwest flow, bringing showers and snow, with thunderstorms expected in some areas. The unsettled weather is expected to clear by the end of today, leading to a mix of showers and…
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New Zealand Braces for Week of Unsettled Weather: Snow, Rain, and Strong Winds Forecast
New Zealand is set to experience a week of changeable weather, with short-lived rainbands moving across the country. The MetService has issued Strong Wind and Heavy Rain Watches for the South Island, including Canterbury High Country, Otago, Fiordland, Stewart Island,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Gales and Snow Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:25 am on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, indicates a strong and unsettled westerly flow easing over New Zealand as a narrow ridge moves onshore from the Tasman Sea. There is moderate confidence…
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Snow Expected to Hit South Island and Central North Island
Snow is expected to affect many South Island areas above about 200 metres on Tuesday 19 August 2025. The central North Island high country is also likely to be affected by snow above about 900 metres. According to MetService, the…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather as Front Approaches
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:51am on Friday, August 15, 2025, indicates a series of weather events affecting New Zealand. A front, preceded by a strong northwesterly flow and followed by cold southwesterlies, is expected to move…
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New Zealand Braces for Cold Snap with Snow and Strong Winds
MetService is forecasting a cold weekend for New Zealand, with snow expected in several regions. Following a night of intense rain, a "cold cup of winter" is predicted from Friday. Heavy Snow Watches and Warnings have been issued for Southland,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Cold Southerly Flow Expected to Hit New Zealand
A large, deep low-pressure system is expected to bring a strong, cold southerly flow to central New Zealand on Saturday, June 7, 2025, according to MetService. Snow is anticipated down to 200-300 metres in parts of the eastern South Island,…
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Severe Weather Outlook: Low-Pressure System to Impact New Zealand
A large low-pressure system is set to impact central and southern New Zealand, bringing potential severe weather from Wednesday, June 4th, through Saturday, June 7th, 2025, according to MetService. An associated front will also move onto the North Island. On…
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