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Sunday, 15th March 2026
-2°
Patchy moderate snow
Official weather alert: Wind Warning. New Zealand can expect a bitterly cold day Today, with temperatures not exceeding the freezing point. It'll be quite breezy in New Zealand Today with average wind speeds of 30 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 67%, but with light accumulations around 0.53 mm. In addition, A few snowflakes might be spotted at a 24% chance. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
-2° / -5°
Temp
0.27 cm
Snow
30 km/h
Wind
89%
Humidity
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New Zealand hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | -1.3° | -1.3° | -1.5° | -1.6° | -1.6° | -1.7° | -1.8° | -1.9° | Sunrise | -3° | -3.6° | -3.7° | -3.5° | -3.3° | -3° | -2.7° | -2.5° | -2.2° | -2.1° | -2.1° | -2.3° | Sunset | -2.7° | -3° | -3.9° | -3.7° | |
| feels like | -5.6° | -7° | -8.2° | -8.8° | -8.9° | -8.8° | -8.8° | -8.9° | -10.3° | -10.8° | -10.7° | -10.3° | -9.9° | -9.4° | -8.9° | -8.4° | -7.9° | -7.5° | -7.2° | -7.1° | -7° | -6.8° | -7.7° | -7.4° | |||
| wind speed | 27 km/h | 31 km/h | 29 km/h | 26 km/h | 23 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 22 km/h | 21 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | 18 km/h | 19 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 15 km/h | 11 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 47° | 48° | 37° | 20° | 3° | 345° | 342° | 343° | 339° | 336° | 333° | 323° | 310° | 301° | 299° | 298° | 299° | 292° | 285° | 270° | 246° | 254° | 237° | 210° | |||
| wind direction | NE | NE | NE | NNE | N | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NW | NW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | W | WSW | WSW | WSW | SSW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 63% | 60% | 100% | 100% | 72% | 61% | 0% | 84% | 86% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 97% | 97% | 94% | 91% | 88% | 85% | 86% | 87% | 88% | 90% | 90% | 89% | 86% | 82% | 82% | 84% | 86% | 86% | 86% | 88% | 90% | 91% | 92% | 91% | |||
| dew point | -1.7° | -1.9° | -2.2° | -2.9° | -3.5° | -3.8° | -3.8° | -3.6° | -3.7° | -5.6° | -5.5° | -5.4° | -5.4° | -5.6° | -5.4° | -4.7° | -4.3° | -4° | -3.9° | -3.8° | -4° | -4.2° | -4.6° | -6.1° | |||
| visibility | 0 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 5 km | 5 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 99% | 84% | 65% | 58% | 65% | 74% | 70% | 57% | 63% | 40% | 21% | 18% | 43% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 2 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in New Zealand today
The weather in New Zealand today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of -2 °C, compared to an average of 7 °C for 15th of March in recent years.
temperatures
-2 °C
rain
0.5 mm
wind
30 km/h
snow
0.27 cm
New Zealand daylight overview ☀️
Today in New Zealand, The sun rises at 07:23 and sets at 19:16, giving a total daylight duration of 11 hours and 53 minutes.
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What to wear today in New Zealand? clothing recommendations
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The weather today in New Zealand - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in New Zealand?
The maximum temperature for today in New Zealand is expected to be -2° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in New Zealand? ❄️
Yes, there is a 24% chance of snow in New Zealand today, with an expected snowfall of 0.27 cm cm. Prepare for snowy conditions and consider winter gear if you plan to be outdoors.
Will it rain today in New Zealand? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 67% chance of rain in New Zealand today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in New Zealand? 🌀
The wind in New Zealand is expected to blow at 30 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in New Zealand today?
Given the forecast of -2 °C with a 67% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in New Zealand today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for New Zealand today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:23 and set at 19:16 in New Zealand.
How accurate is the weather forecast New Zealand today? ✅
New Zealand weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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