Waves

A buoy with the ability to “phone home” has been deployed in Wellington Harbour today to monitor currents, waves and water quality in the harbour.

This web camera is available thanks to the support of Waikato Regional Council.

Dog Island levels

NIWA run a computer model which simulates wave heights across the Canterbury continental shelf and along the coast.

NIWA collects wave data, develops and verifies wave forecasting systems, and is developing and producing wave projections.

Tsunami is a Japanese word meaning great wave in harbour.

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.