Atmospheric analysis

Several apps that provide forecasts of the UV index (UVI) are available for smartphones. 

NIWA's mission is to conduct leading environmental science to enable the sustainable management of natural resources for New Zealand and the planet.

These datasets are available in a range of formats.

This project demonstrates how to assess high value alternative land-use options by means of a quantitative analysis of the growing potential of selected niche crops and tree species.

Piharau/kanakana are an important mahinga kai species and a prized delicacy for many Māori.

Most of this climate zone is characterised by cool coastal breezes, and absence of shelter from the unsettled weather that moves over the sea from the south and southwest.

Commercial eel fishery in New Zealand began in earnest in the 1960s and expanded rapidly until the early 1970s

A range of physical and chemical variables are measured in the NRWQN.

Aotearoa’s main urban areas cover approximately 2% of total available land.

Explore our education and information section to find out about climate and climate change, weather, our atmosphere, estuaries and more.