Drought forecasting dashboard
NIWA and MPI are working together to develop a new drought forecasting tool. It uses innovative climate modelling, the latest in machine learning and other data-driven techniques to predict rainfall 35 days ahead. It will help farmers and growers better prepare for periods of dryness and drought.
Climate and weather
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Hotspot Watch 16 May 2024
Hotspot16 May 2024This is the final Hotspot Watch for this season. The Hotspot Watch will return in the spring. -
Hotspot Watch 9 May 2024
Hotspot09 May 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Hotspot Watch 1 May 2024
Hotspot01 May 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Hotspot Watch 23 April 2024
Hotspot24 April 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Hotspot Watch 15 April 2024
Hotspot15 April 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Hotspot Watch 4 April 2024
Hotspot04 April 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Weather forecasting
NIWA's forecasting services are underpinned by experienced meteorologists and in-house proprietary modelling. -
Climate modelling and projections
Climate modelling and projections will support Aotearoa’s transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient economy. -
Climate data
NIWA maintains the national climate database for New Zealand, and can supply climate data in a variety of ways. -
Climate change adaptation
There are many options available to you, your whānau, community and business to adapt to the challenges of our changing climate. -
Hotspot Watch 28 March 2024
Hotspot28 March 2024A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. -
Snowline survey reveals continued shrinkage of NZ glaciers
Media release25 March 2024New Zealand’s glaciers appear "smashed and shattered" due to enduring ice loss, says NIWA.