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Regional climatologies
A regional climatology is a summary of the typical weather and climate of a region, based on historical data observations made at climate stations located within the region. -
Tuna - glass eels
Glass eels (about 5.5 to 7.0 cm) arrive in fresh water during spring, especially during September and October, although they may be present from July to December. -
National and regional climate maps
Research ProjectMaps of average annual rainfall, temperature and other climate variables have been produced for all of New Zealand, based on the period 1981–2010. -
The impact of El Niño and La Niña on New Zealand's climate
El Niño accounts for less than 25 percent of the year-to year variance in seasonal rainfall and temperature at most locations in New Zealand. -
Map E North
Education ResourceSheltered by high country to the west, the eastern zone of the North Island enjoys a dry, sunny climate. -
Northland
Northland, with its northern location, low elevation and close proximity to the sea is characterised by a mild, humid, and rather windy climate. -
New Zealand Drought Monitor
ServiceThe New Zealand Drought Monitor is a system for keeping track of drought conditions across New Zealand based on a standardised climate index. -
NIWA staff profile: Nava Fedaeff
Feature story06 June 2017At the age of seven, NIWA’s youngest climate scientist, Nava Fedaeff, swapped sub-arctic Siberia for balmy Auckland – and her first job was to learn to swim. -
Daily climate maps
These climate maps are updated daily and are based on data from our National Climate Database.
