Atmospheric analysis

Tsunami is a Japanese word meaning great wave in harbour.

NIWA is leading a new six-year research project that seeks to increase our understanding of piharau/kanakana/lamprey, using Mātauranga Māori, social science and biophysical science approaches.

Like the GMS satellite, the NOAA Series of polar orbiting satellites (operated by NOAA, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) are a component of the World Weather Watch meteorological satellite network.

Because of its exposure to disturbed weather systems from the Tasman Sea, this climate zone is often quite windy, but has few climate extremes.

Here are some simple steps to minimise the effects of dairying on water quality and mahinga kai.

Urbanisation has changed the face of many waterways that flow through urban areas

A glossary of common climate change and meteorological terms.

There are different types of instrument available for measuring water level.

Returning water to our waterways after we’ve used it in our homes, on farms and in industry is a complex and challenging process.

NIWA provides national capabilities in Water Quality Monitoring.

There are several definitions of drought, depending upon whether it is viewed as a hazard or a risk.