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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. -
What is the greenhouse effect?
Education ResourceThe greenhouse effect is a warming of the earth's surface and lower atmosphere caused by substances which let the sun's energy through to the ground but impede the passage of energy from the earth back into space. -
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. -
Tornadoes - how frequently do they hit New Zealand?
News article06 June 2017Tornadoes, like the one that hit Auckland's western suburbs today, are relatively rare events in New Zealand. -
Daily climate maps
These climate maps are updated daily and are based on data from our National Climate Database. -
Mean daily maximum temperatures (°C)
These datasets are available in a range of formats. -
El Niño maps and charts
View a collection of maps showing the impact of past El Niño and La Niña events.