Atmospheric analysis

Maps of average annual rainfall, temperature and other climate variables have been produced for all of New Zealand, based on the period 1981–2010.

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Information about climate and weather and links to climate-related websites.

New Zealand’s coast is sculpted by ocean waves. Some wave conditions bring joy to surfers and beachgoers, but, at other times, waves can cause major hazards at sea or along the shore.

This web camera is available thanks to the support of Waikato Regional Council.

NIWA collects a vast range of environmental information about New Zealand’s environment from the sky to the seafloor.

Wood chips and plant material make pulp that is used to produce paper products.

How may agricultural activities increase sediments in waterways?

Annual Climate Summaries from 2000 to present.

Accurate reporting on the amount of fish and invertebrates that are caught and discarded by New Zealand’s commercial fishing industry is vital to effective management of these fisheries.

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