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Snowfall warnings issued for South Island alpine passes

The PressNZ HeraldMonday 19 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A cold front has brought sub-zero temperatures and snow flurries to parts of the South Island. MetService has issued snowfall warnings for alpine passes, though conditions are expected to dry out later in the week. Meanwhile, rain in the North Island is expected to clear.

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First reported by The Press, Mon 19 May 2025, 5:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 5 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

    Snow expected for South Island passes as temperatures drop (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Weather: South Island wakes to sub-zero temperatures, rain clears in the North (opens in new tab)