Strong winds and unsettled weather forecast for the weekend

Friday 12 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 12 Sep 2025, 2:18pm

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MetService has forecast strong winds and unsettled conditions across much of New Zealand this weekend. Heavy wind warnings are in place for parts of both islands, while snow warnings have been issued for several South Island state highways. Residents in Hawke's Bay have been advised to secure loose objects due to expected gusts.

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1. 1NewsFri 12 Sep 2025, 10:21am

   'Very windy' weekend forecast across the country (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 12 Sep 2025, 12:06pm

   Windy weekend predicted for both islands (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldFri 12 Sep 2025, 2:18pm

   Strong wind watch and showers for Hawke’s Bay over weekend (opens in new tab)