Rain system approaching New Zealand amid North Island drought

Tuesday 1 April 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 1 Apr 2025, 12:00pm

In this story MetService, NIWA

An atmospheric river is nearing New Zealand, bringing much-needed rain to the North Island. While the system is promising for drought relief, experts suggest its impact may be limited. MetService has also issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 1 Apr 2025, 9:48am

   Rain on way for New Zealand as ‘atmospheric river’ nears, drought relief limited (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 1 Apr 2025, 12:00pm

   Atmospheric river: Downpours predicted for South Island (opens in new tab)