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Christchurch temperatures reach 30C due to hot nor'wester

The PressRNZStuffNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesFriday 21 November 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated

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Christchurch hit 30C on Friday as a hot nor'wester wind pushed temperatures well above November norms. The city was the hottest place in New Zealand during the heatwave. A southerly change is expected to bring cooler conditions to the region.

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First reported by The Press, Fri 21 Nov 2025, 9:53am · 5 reports from 5 outlets over 5 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

    What is causing today’s 30C heat in Christchurch? (opens in new tab)

  2. RNZRNZ

    Weather: Christchurch leads the way as summer arrives early (opens in new tab)

  3. StuffStuff

    Temperatures reach 30C in Christchurch but not expected to last (opens in new tab)

  4. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Christchurch set to hit 30C as hot nor’wester sweeps across country (opens in new tab)

  5. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Heat on in Christchurch, cooler conditions in South (opens in new tab)