South Island roads warned of snow and freezing conditions

Tuesday 30 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 30 Sep 2025, 9:59pm

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A fast-moving cold front from Antarctica is expected to bring snow, rain, and strong winds to much of New Zealand. MetService warns that snow could fall as low as 100m on some South Island roads, while the lower North Island is forecast to experience rain on Wednesday.

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1. 1NewsTue 30 Sep 2025, 3:03pm

   Spring snow forecast to disrupt South Island roads (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 30 Sep 2025, 7:00pm

   Weather: Antarctic cold snap brings freezing conditions for much of New Zealand (opens in new tab)

3. StuffTue 30 Sep 2025, 9:59pm

   Fast-moving front set to bring cold snap for South Island and lower North (opens in new tab)