Weather and events expected during the Matariki long weekend

Thursday 19 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 19 Jun 2025, 1:55pm

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Heavy rain and thunderstorms may affect western parts of the country on Thursday and Friday. While cloud cover is expected, meteorologists suggest early morning may offer opportunities to view the Matariki star cluster. Various celebrations, including film projections in Wellington, are scheduled for the holiday period.

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1. 1NewsThu 19 Jun 2025, 7:50am

   What weather to expect over Matariki weekend (opens in new tab)

2. The PostThu 19 Jun 2025, 11:02am

   What’s on in Wellington this Matariki weekend and beyond (opens in new tab)

3. StuffThu 19 Jun 2025, 1:55pm

   Thunderstorms possible as NZ heads into the Matariki long weekend (opens in new tab)