Atmospheric analysis

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.

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

All species of freshwater tuna spawn at sea, although the spawning grounds of only four species are known with certainty worldwide.

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.

NIWA provides national capabilities in Water Quality Monitoring.

NIWA's research on freshwater monitoring and reporting is one of three research areas within the 'Values, Monitoring and Outcomes' (VMO) programme led by Landcare Research.