On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

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    Mean monthly sunshine (hours)

    These datasets are available in a range of formats.
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    Map E North

    Education Resource
    Sheltered by high country to the west, the eastern zone of the North Island enjoys a dry, sunny climate.
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    Droughts

    Generally speaking, a drought is defined as a rainfall deficit which restricts or prevents a human activity – for example, farming or power generation.
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    Mountains in the Sea: the Louisville Seamount Chain

    We are currently steaming out towards our survey area, the Louisville Seamount Chain, which is about 1500 km from Wellington.
  • Manawatu-Wanganui

    The climate of the Manawatu-Wanganui region is a reflection of the generally disturbed westerly air flow with interspersed anticyclones, modified in specific places by the local topography.
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    New map reveals New Zealand’s seafloor in stunning detail

    News article
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    Overview of SHMAK

    An overview of what the SHMAK kit comprises, and various uses for it.
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    Submerged macrophytes

    Find out more about submerged aquatic plant species.
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    Tuna - freshwater eels in New Zealand

    Tuna is a generic Māori word for freshwater eels. The word will be used interchangeably in this resource.
  • NIWA Instrument Systems

    Instrument Systems is a specialised technology-focused consulting group within NIWA.
  • Biogas from pig farms

    Research Project
    Biogas from pig farms