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NZ Herald
3 hours ago
- Climate
- NZ Herald
MetService warns of more rain for north, flood-fatigued top of south next week
He said this would be a big change from the cold and clear starts this week, with many areas waking up to snow, frost and sub-zero temperatures. 😎☀️☀️Well, it doesn't get much clearer than that!! ☀️☀️😎 This Night-Microphysics Satellite image shows the near complete lack of cloud over the country at 7am this morning. This type of imagery is like a 🥸 meteorologist's night vision for the clouds, one problem... I'm still… — MetService (@MetService) July 23, 2025 'This spell of settled weather is coming to a close as conditions gradually turn over the weekend with warmer temperatures, rain and wind firmly returning to the forecast from early next week. 'After what has been a notably cold and settled week of July, the shift to a more active pattern may feel like a dramatic change for many.' He said people could 'enjoy the clear days for a little bit longer' but by tomorrow rain would begin to move into Fiordland. 'That ridge is on the move and we'll start to feel the effects as early as Saturday in the south.' 'Our focus is on the next system, which will bring rain and wind back into the picture for many areas by late Sunday and into Monday, with more severe weather possible on Tuesday.' He said by Sunday, areas such as Northland and the West Coast can expect scattered showers. 'Next week looks more unsettled overall, with warmer temperatures brought in by strengthening northerly winds. 'Showers spread further east on Monday and by Tuesday, there is the risk of heavier rain developing for the north of the North Island, the Tasman District and the West Coast, areas that have already seen plenty of severe weather this winter.' Flooding at Riwaka, on Friday, July 11, when a state of emergency was in place in the Nelson Tasman region. King said the forecast was 'not looking great' and he hoped it would improve over the weekend. 'It's been good to have a break from it, but it hasn't been enough.' He said council workers and landowners have been working frantically to clean up the region. Flooding over recent weeks left homes in Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough uninhabitable, roads damaged and properties inundated with flood waters in what was described by local authorities as a 'one-in-100-year event'. Slips, surface flooding and significant damage from the floods have rendered many roads across the upper South Island unsafe. Meanwhile, many Kiwis have woken to cold and frosty temperatures this week, with the New Zealand Transport Agency forced to issue many black ice warnings. Another frosty start ❄ ☀ Today will be a sunny day for most, but cloud with sit over eastern parts of the North Island, with the chance of a shower or two 🌥 For your local forecast: — MetService (@MetService) July 22, 2025 Lynden said places such as Dunedin Airport, Timaru and Wānaka dipped to their lowest temperatures of the year this morning with -6.7C, -4.7C and -5.1C respectively. Even Aucklanders got some frosts in sheltered areas, with temperatures dropping below 4C every day so far this week.
Scoop
6 hours ago
- Climate
- Scoop
Calm Conditions Set To Turn Wet, Windy And Warm
Forecast – MetService Covering period of Thursday 24th – Monday 28th July Cold, settled weather holds through Saturday for most Rain and wind move in from the south late Saturday More widespread wet weather expected early next week, with possible heavy falls for the north of both islands Aotearoa New Zealand has enjoyed a run of calm, frosty mornings and crisp, clear days under a broad ridge of high pressure. Places like Dunedin Airport, Timaru, and Wanaka dipped to their lowest temperatures of the year this morning (Thursday), at -6.7°C, -4.7°C and -5.1°C respectively. While Aucklanders have seen consistent low morning temperatures, dropping below 4°C every day so far this week. However, this spell of settled weather is coming to a close, as conditions gradually turn over the weekend with warmer temperatures, rain and wind firmly returning to the forecast from early next week. After what has been a notably cold and settled week of July, the shift to a more active pattern may feel like a dramatic change for many. MetService meteorologist Devlin Lynden says, 'We can enjoy the clear days for a little bit longer. But that ridge is on the move, and we'll start to feel the effects as early as Saturday in the south.' He adds, 'Our focus is on the next system which will bring rain and wind back into the picture for many areas by late Sunday and into Monday, with more severe weather possible on Tuesday.' The first signs of change eventuate in Fiordland late Friday, with cloud and showers spreading northward. By Sunday, areas like Northland and the West Coast can expect scattered showers, while eastern regions such as Canterbury and Hawke's Bay stay dry a little longer. Next week looks more unsettled overall, with warmer temperatures brought in by strengthening northerly winds. Showers spread further east on Monday, and by Tuesday, there is the risk of heavier rain developing for the north of the North Island, the Tasman District and the West Coast, areas that have already seen plenty of severe weather this winter. 'Warnings and Watches for Heavy Rain and for Strong Winds may be issued in the coming days. Keep up with the latest information at especially as we head into a more active and changeable weather week,' advises Lynden.
Scoop
7 hours ago
- Climate
- Scoop
Calm Conditions Set To Turn Wet, Windy And Warm
Covering period of Thursday 24th - Monday 28th July Cold, settled weather holds through Saturday for most Rain and wind move in from the south late Saturday More widespread wet weather expected early next week, with possible heavy falls for the north of both islands Aotearoa New Zealand has enjoyed a run of calm, frosty mornings and crisp, clear days under a broad ridge of high pressure. Places like Dunedin Airport, Timaru, and Wanaka dipped to their lowest temperatures of the year this morning (Thursday), at -6.7°C, -4.7°C and -5.1°C respectively. While Aucklanders have seen consistent low morning temperatures, dropping below 4°C every day so far this week. However, this spell of settled weather is coming to a close, as conditions gradually turn over the weekend with warmer temperatures, rain and wind firmly returning to the forecast from early next week. After what has been a notably cold and settled week of July, the shift to a more active pattern may feel like a dramatic change for many. MetService meteorologist Devlin Lynden says, 'We can enjoy the clear days for a little bit longer. But that ridge is on the move, and we'll start to feel the effects as early as Saturday in the south.' He adds, 'Our focus is on the next system which will bring rain and wind back into the picture for many areas by late Sunday and into Monday, with more severe weather possible on Tuesday.' The first signs of change eventuate in Fiordland late Friday, with cloud and showers spreading northward. By Sunday, areas like Northland and the West Coast can expect scattered showers, while eastern regions such as Canterbury and Hawke's Bay stay dry a little longer. Next week looks more unsettled overall, with warmer temperatures brought in by strengthening northerly winds. Showers spread further east on Monday, and by Tuesday, there is the risk of heavier rain developing for the north of the North Island, the Tasman District and the West Coast, areas that have already seen plenty of severe weather this winter. 'Warnings and Watches for Heavy Rain and for Strong Winds may be issued in the coming days. Keep up with the latest information at especially as we head into a more active and changeable weather week,' advises Lynden.
Otago Daily Times
a day ago
- Climate
- Otago Daily Times
Black ice warning
Road users in the lower South Island are warned to take extra care this morning due to black ice, fog and freezing temperatures. Emergency services were called to a crash Caversham Valley Rd at Calton Hill in Dunedin after a car slid off the road and into a tree. A police spokeswoman said the crash happened at 4.20am and was probably due to black ice but the driver was not injured. A tow truck was at the site just after 5am. The Dunedin City Council is reporting treacherous conditions due to widespread frost and extreme caution is required. Grit trucks have been out. Severe frost has been reported in Mosgiel, with a temperature of -5°C. Some schools have delayed opening until 10am. Flights at Dunedin Airport have been postponed or cancelled due to conditions. Central Otago In Central Otago, it's another frosty start with thick fog hanging about and freezing temperatures around Alexandra/Clyde, Cromwell and Patearoa areas. Temperatures ranged from -6°C to 1°C and caution is advised due to black ice, particularly in the foggy areas, as well as shaded areas and bridge decks, a spokeswoman for the district council said. "Remember to turn your headlights on dipped in foggy conditions. "We are already seeing ice issues out on the network and teams are out gritting." Queenstown Lakes District It's also icy throughout the Queenstown Lakes District, a spokesman for the council says. Fernhill and Queenstown Hill areas are white with frost. Grit has been applied to some sections of road and also top patches of Glenorchy-Queenstown Rd, with more frosty sections there reported. Arrowtown and Arrow Junction were well into negative temperatures - grit and de-icing spray have been applied in areas around Dalefield and along Malaghans Rd. "Over in the Upper Clutha, the de-icing spray looks to be doing a good job and largely keeping winter conditions from affecting main routes in Wānaka, Hāwea, and Cardrona. Crown Range is looking good - but still, care is always required. "There's a bit of fog hanging around and with some spots either being affected by negative temperatures or damp spots that haven't dried out, it's important you drive with care today, watch for icy spots, and keep your speeds down in case of the odd slippery spot you can't see on the road ahead," he said. A runner paces fuel tanker Yong Ao as it enters the upper Otago Harbour yesterday. Sailing under a Chinese flag, the tanker is 183m long with a width of 32m and was launched in 2022. PHOTO: STEPHEN JAQUIERY Frosty starts but fine days for rest of week Dunedin can expect frosty starts and "a lot of fairly fine days" for the rest of the week. MetService meteorologist Braydon White said cold and dry conditions were set to continue until at least the end of the week. Otago and Southland have been dominated by a large ridge of high pressure, which created the conditions. "Dunedin and Otago conditions are going to be cold and frosty," Mr White said. "We've see a lot of those very cold temperatures lately and they're set to continue." No major cloudy periods or rain were expected and it looked like there will be a lot of fairly fine days," he said. Mr White said there might be a change in the weather pattern towards the end of the weekend. There was a chance there would be some high cloud might cover in the South but weather systems were "pretty static" all round. Dunedin and Oamaru would have highs of between 10°C and 15°C for the rest of the week. Alexandra and Queenstown would also experience cold and dry weather in the high single digits. However, those temperatures would rise into the early teens over the weekend. Mr White said it was a "very similar story" for Southland, Gore and Invercargill. "Some of their lows start to warm up towards Friday. It's very stagnant." - additional repoting ODT Online
Otago Daily Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
‘Bit of a shame' Sheeran not coming to Dunedin
Ed Sheeran. Photo: Reuters Dunedin missed out on an Ed Sheeran concert because the airport is too small, Mayor Jules Radich says. The English singer-songwriter is set to return to New Zealand as part of his "Loop Tour" early next year. He will make three stops — in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch — between January 16 and 24, before heading to Australia for eight shows. Mr Radich said it was a struggle to get acts to Dunedin because "we're not an international airport". "Any act we get will land in Christchurch first." Dunedin was not going to turn into a "wide-body jet airport" any time soon, so it was difficult for international acts to have their equipment transported to the city. Dunedin Airport resumed international flights from Australia in June this year when it received a Jetstar flight from Gold Coast Airport. Mr Radich said Sheeran might have decided to go to other venues to give other people around New Zealand a chance to attend his concerts. Dunedin Venues chief executive Paul Doorn said it was a "bit of a shame" Sheeran was not coming to the city. "A bit disappointed from my perspective ... we'd like to think that we were always an option." Sheeran's three sold-out shows in 2018 at Forsyth Barr Stadium were hugely successful for Dunedin.
