Weather: Snow possible down to 600m as cold southwesterlies arrive after snowy Sunday
MetService lifted all South Island weather warnings, but urged motorists to watch for frost overnight and on Monday…
Weather: ‘Strong cold front’ sweeps across New Zealand, snow traps vehicles in South Island
In Otago, area warnings are in place because of snow for SH8 between Ōmarama and Tarras, including Lindis…
Weather: Cold fronts bring windy, showery start to school holidays
MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala said the fronts would move through quickly, limiting rainfall totals despite brief heavy rain…
South Island weather: Snow and flooding close two highways
MetService had forecast heavy snow above 600m, with lesser amounts down to 400m, before conditions eased from the…
Weather: South Island snow and flooding affect highways as cold snap hits
No weather-related closures or restrictions were in place as of 3.45pm. Road snowfall warnings are in force for…
Weather: Temperatures to hit 22C before rain, gales and snow
“Definitely for those in the South Island, they look like they’re getting the best of the deal,” she…
MetService weather outlook: Snow possible in South Island high country, rain elsewhere
For others, the front meant rain, he said. “Most of the country towards the end of the week…
One of Earth’s Driest Deserts Just Turned White
Back-to-back winter storms brought a rare burst of snow to Chile’s Atacama Desert in August 2026, turning parts…
Weekend weather: Gales, heavy rain and snow forecast across New Zealand
An orange strong wind warning is in place for Wellington and Wairarapa (excluding the Tararua District) this morning,…
Dunedin snow: State Highway 87 closed as vehicles become stuck
On State Highway 88 at Sawyers Bay, caution is being urged because of surface flooding. The closures come…
South Island snow: Wintry blast to bring snow near sea level
MetService earlier said there was a moderate chance the watch would be upgraded to a warning. A strong…
Winter storm looms: Heavy snow and rain forecast across South Island
“Down south it’s a bit of a different story. There is going to be rain for the West…