Atmospheric analysis

The critically endangered Māui dolphin is getting a helping hand from scientists this month who are beginning a year-long research project to listen in on them.

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Today's UV Index

Presented papers, arranged by workshop programme.

Up-to-date drought indicator maps are shown here.

Kōaro are excellent climbers and like clear, swiftly flowing, forested streams.

This lesson will explore the use of Māori environmental indicators [tohu] to anticipate local weather and climate conditions.

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The New Zealand Drought Monitor is a system for keeping track of drought conditions across New Zealand based on a standardised climate index.

These datasets are available in a range of formats.

The climate of this zone is largely dependent on the lie of the Southern Alps to the west, but many areas are also sheltered by high country to the south and east.