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NZ temperature record
Research ProjectThere are many lines of evidence showing that NZ has warmed during the past century. -
Southwest Pacific climate
Our southwest Pacific research focuses on recent and historic climate and weather activity, including our involvement in ACRE Pacific data rescue. -
Seasonal
Publication seriesSeasonal climate summaries from summer 2001 to the present. -
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. -
Mean daily global radiation (Mj/sq m)
These datasets are available in a range of formats. -
Tonga volcano “afterglow” causes dazzling skies in Antarctica
Media release06 June 2017Antarctica is experiencing stunning skyscapes like those recently seen in New Zealand, thanks to the afterglow effect from the Tongan volcano. -
Environmental monitoring
NIWA collects a vast range of environmental information about New Zealand’s environment from the sky to the seafloor. -
Map Sw North
Education ResourceBecause of its exposure to disturbed weather systems from the Tasman Sea, this climate zone is often quite windy, but has few climate extremes. -
NZ Drought indicator products and information
Drought is a common feature of New Zealand's climate. On average, every year or two somewhere in New Zealand experiences a drought. -
Climate and weather
Information about climate and weather and links to climate-related websites. -
Climate summaries
Education ResourceIn this climate education resource, you can download this climate summary in a range of formats.