Christmas Day weather forecast shows mixed conditions across New Zealand

Saturday 20 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 20 Dec 2025, 7:07pm

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MetService predicts a variety of weather for Christmas Day. Eastern regions are expected to be dry, sunny and warm, while the West Coast may experience rain and chilly temperatures.

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1. StuffSat 20 Dec 2025, 8:12am

   That Christmas Day forecast is becoming clearer. Here’s what we know (opens in new tab)

2. RNZSat 20 Dec 2025, 7:07pm

   Christmas Day weather looking like mixed bag (opens in new tab)