From Icy to Wet and Warmer | Auckland News

After a week of record-breaking cold in places like Rotorua and Taumarunui, New Zealand’s weather is flipping to warmer, wetter conditions. A heavy rain watch is active for northwest South Island, with potential for prolonged soaking and possible upgrade to warning. The rain will drift north, drenching most of the North Island this weekend. Meanwhile, July turned out to be the 12th warmest on record, averaging 8.9°C — 0.8°C above normal. From icy lows to soggy highs, the weather’s keeping everyone on their toes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7a48686fd8744baf