However, there remains a high risk of thunderstorms and rain for Auckland until around the middle of the day, according to MetService. Light rain. Thunderstorms. A big shift in high pressure is the main reason were finally getting rainmakers back. [7] The National Water Quality Network, for instance, has been operating at 77 sites since the 1970s. Please download an up-to-date and free browser from here. [10] There are approximately 10 staff (scientists and technicians) working at the Laboratory (December 2015). (Source: istock.com). According to TreasuryMetServicesaid its contract with the Ministry of Transport as the Crown's "authorisedprovider of severe weather warnings" means that it should be the "'single authoritative voice' for public information about severe weather in New Zealand". [7] In July 2007, NIWA allowed free online access to archived data on climate, lake levels, river flow, sea levels, water quality, and freshwater fish. El Nio and La Nia episodes occur on average every few years and last up to around a year or two.
Not to be outdone,MetServicehas begun getting in on Niwa's research game: it recently won a contract from the Endeavour Fund in itsMetOceansubsidiary. Since the 1990s,MetServiceand Niwa have been duking it out for a slice of New Zealand's lucrative weather forecasting business. Showers. ''There is an 80 per cent chance for the development of a formal La Nia event between November-January, based on international guidance.''. In March,MetServicecalled for a meeting with State-owned Enterprises Minister David Clark, alleging that "increasing competition" in the weather forecasting business might have an impact "on public safety outcomes" - according to a briefing on the meeting from Treasury, released to the Herald under the Official Information Act. Soil moisture and river flows are about equally likely to be near normal (45 per cent chance) or below normal (40-45 per cent chance). Oceanographic Institute. 10.1029/96GL01668]. [11], The Laboratory is located in a data-sparse region of the globe. El Nio and La Nia are opposite phases of a naturally occurring global climate cycle known as the El Nio Southern Oscillation, or ENSO for short. [17], Solar radiation measurements at Lauder are used in studies on the effects of UV radiation on human health and in the solar energy and building industries[22], Foremost among NIWA's 30 vessels[2] is the 70-metre deepwater research vessel RV Tangaroa,[23] New Zealand's only ice-strengthened research ship. [10] This shift was driven by the fear of ozone depletion due to manufactured gases, and by the fact that the ozone hole had been discovered. there se4ems to be more lows than highs this year. Geophysical Research Letters. READ MORE: * Auckland traffic and weather for March 21, 2022 * 'Dark day': At least three dead after fishing charter vessel tragedy off Far North. In 2002 NIWA teamed up with the Institute of Geological and Nuclear Science to create the Natural Hazards Centre as a New Zealand resource for all hazards information and advice. Rainy and windy. Innovation, 9(2), pp.181-191. In 2001, ministers encouraged the twoorganisationsto work more closely together, following a review. The National Climate Database, for instance, contains more than 250 million individual measurements (as of August2008[update]), with records dating back to the 1850s. "The World MeteorologicalOrganisationexpects that to avoid confusion, each of the 193 member countries and territories will be very clear on which of its meteorological agencies is the 'single authoritative voice' for a severe weather warning service. The two entities have been locked in fierce competition for nearly three decades, which appear marred by disagreements and bad blood. NIWA maintains a range of monitoring networks that collect long-term environmental data, including climate information, sea level, river flows, water quality, and freshwater fish distributions and habitats. Its not the easiest of sites to navigate , but the data and mapping are impressive. However, Niwa meteorologist/forecaster Ben Noll said as a result of La Nia the risk of Pacific tropical cyclones hitting the region is elevated. A decades-long battle for supremacy between two Government-owned weather forecasters turned ugly when one alleged the other might be threatening public safety with the use of its weather forecasts. Treasury officials have said, with some exasperation, that there have been " a number of independent reviews" of theorganisations. [7] It can now show long-term trends in water quality. Fairly breezy East to Nor'East winds. MetServiceand Niwa are the two titans of New Zealand's weather forecasting business. Breezy to brisk East to Nor'East winds. In 2013 Niwa launched a weather division, and in 2015 it partnered with the UKMetOfficeto develop weather and climate forecasting systems and it recently purchased a high-performance computer to improve weather forecasting. Lauder had begun measuring UV radiation, ozone, and other gases associated with ozone depletion. During El Nio, New Zealand tends to experience stronger or more frequent winds from the west in summer, which can encourage dryness in eastern areas and more rain in the west. This means the unusual status quo - two Government-owned forecasters competing with each other to sell forecasts to other parts of the Government - will continue. According to Treasury,MetService"has concerns that competition with Niwa for media presence during severe weather events may increase risks to public safety through conflicting narratives". New Zealand's coastal water temperatures were warmer than average during October, ranging from 0.5C to 1C above average. King, D.N., Goff, J. and Skipper, A., 2007.
By the late 1970s research had shifted focus to the stratosphere. Strong winds are also expected with gusts up to 90-110kmph. On average, one tropical cyclone passes near the country each year, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas,'' he said. Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons, Kerre Woodham: 11 percent of the workforce are on a benefit, I'm appalled, Sports: What lies ahead for All Blacks coach Ian Foster, Friday Faceoff: Jason Pine and Fran Scholey discuss the All Blacks coaching debacle, All Black v ex-All Black: Sky TV to keep Justin Marshall on air, Kiwi star unlocks pathway to world title fight at Fight For Life, 'It sucked' - Five years sleeping rough in Auckland, ELTON JOHN - FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD TOUR, Chance of rain as battle between MetService and Niwa gets dirty. [14] From the 1990s Lauder has also monitored the effects of ozone depletion on solar UV irradiance. "Air pressure is predicted to be lower than normal in the New Zealand region, particularly to the west of the country. [10], Measurements of the atmosphere at Lauder can be carried out in situ, and through remote sensing. [10] Computer models to predict future atmospheric changes have also been developed at Lauder, and the atmospheric measurements taken at Lauder are used in climate models around the world. Less low pressure systems or more or longer lasting anticyclones. Breezy South to Sou'East winds. A full breakdown for each region's climate outlook is available on NIWA's website . The MOU did not ease competition between the two entities - in fact, following the signing of the MOU, Niwa's strategy shifted further towards developing a commercial forecasting business. [17] One method of remote sensing measurements at Lauder uses a LIDAR system to generate ozone profiles to 100km in altitude. In fact,MetServicehelps the Minister of Transport meet obligations under the Meteorological Services Act 1990 to offer weather warnings. Your web browser (Internet Explorer) is out of date. He said there is a progression toward La Nia conditions - and Niwa has moved to La Nia Alert. [1], In 2007, 12 NIWA climate scientists Greg Bodeker, Matt Dunn, Rod Henderson, Darren King, Keith Lassey, David Lowe, Brett Mullan, Kath O'Shaughnessy, Guy Penny, Jim Renwick, Jim Salinger and David Wratt shared the Nobel Peace Prize with other contributors to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. [1] Its head office is in Auckland, with regional offices in Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, and Lauder (Central Otago). This location was chosen for the laboratory due to the area's low horizons, clear skies, dry atmosphere, and southern latitude location. [Online] 285 (5434), 17091711. Cheers National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research logo.
MetServicebriefed the Ministry of Transport that "Niwa relies on automated forecasts with no intervention from professional meteorologists" which,MetServicebelieved was "inappropriate for a public safety service". TheDoCcontract appears to have tippedMetServiceover the edge. Science. It was established as a Crown Research Institute. "For New Zealand,MetServiceis that agency and is contracted to deliver this service on behalf of the Minister of Transport," the spokesperson said. MetServicehas alleged use of Niwa byDoCcould be dangerous. The collection is used by scientists, teachers, and journalists throughout New Zealand and the world. Under-represented and overlooked: Mori and Pasifika scientists in Aotearoa New Zealands universities and crown-research institutes. A woman carries her daughter through floodwater in central Auckland. Northland is in for a warmer than normal November-January, but with a La Nia weather pattern there's also the risk of cyclones hitting the region. NIWA maintains a fleet of about 30 vessels for freshwater, marine, and atmospheric research. Metservicewas set up as an SOE, running on a commercial basis by selling weather forecasts and information at a profit. In the High Court judgement, released today, Justice Geoffrey Venning ruled that the New Zealand Climate Science Education Trust had not been successful in any of the challenges they brought against NIWA. ENSO influences rainfall, temperature, and wind patterns around the world, including New Zealand. 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Covid-19 NZ: What's going on with the current Omicron wave? Some things will not look right and things might not work properly. As of 2015[update], it included over 2100 type specimens of species new to science (800 holotypes and 1300 paratypes). But competition with Niwa has meantMetServicehas had to explore "ways to strengthen its brand and protect its role as the 'single authoritative voice' in New Zealand". Niwa says this is the second wettest hour across Auckland ever. Climate stations across Auckland have reported that in 10 hours, more than a months worth of rain has been recorded. Annoyed to hear that the Met Service is stopping their free access to the rain maps. Measurements at Lauder are also used to calibrate satellites such as OCO-2 and GOSAT. Auckland traffic and weather for March 21, 2022, 'Dark day': At least three dead after fishing charter vessel tragedy off Far North, Dramatic day looms for NZ Rugby as All Blacks assistants and captain Sam Cane face axe. The brawl has become something of a public service battle royale, withMetServicenarkingon Niwa's forecasting ability to the Ministry of Transport and Treasury, afterDoCdecided to purchase Niwa forecasts for use in national parks. Lauder (45.04S, 169.68E, 370m a.s.l.) It holds representatives of almost all phyla in the New Zealand region. Hi Bodie, Heres our most recent ClimateWatch video (3 weeks old now) https://www.weatherwatch.co.nz/content/climatewatch-how-july-is-shaping-up-beyond-video-13-maps/. A person standing in a storm underneath an umbrella. The charge was brought by the climate change deniers The New Zealand Climate Education Trust a branch of the New Zealand Climate Science Coalition. Along with equivalent measurements from the Northern Hemisphere, taken at Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii, these records are used to model the effects of atmospheric CO2 on global climate. Established in 1992, NIWA conducts research across a broad range of disciplines in the environmental sciences. The rationale was to reduce the cost to taxpayers of producing weather forecasts and to generate some income for the Crown at the same time. As of 10am, lightning and rain has decreased and shifted towards south and east of Auckland, but heavy rain persists in south Auckland and north Waikato regions. Aucklanders woke up extended thunder rumbles and lighting strikes, with Niwa reporting more than 4000 strikes from 7am to 8am, and more than 700 in five minutes. The 28-metre RV Kaharoa is used mainly for coastal research, but has gone further afield to deploy ocean-profiling Argo floats, from Chile to Mauritius. It also leads investigations such as the analysis of genetic information, the modelling of the impact of climate change and forecasting weather related hazards. [16] Data from these balloons enables atmospheric profiles of temperature, pressure, water vapour, and ozone to be produced. 10.1126/science.285.5434.1709. New Zealand can expect periodic heavy rainfall events in the coming months, particularly in eastern areas, according to the NIWAs latest seasonal climate outlook.
Not to be outdone,MetServicehas begun getting in on Niwa's research game: it recently won a contract from the Endeavour Fund in itsMetOceansubsidiary. Since the 1990s,MetServiceand Niwa have been duking it out for a slice of New Zealand's lucrative weather forecasting business. Showers. ''There is an 80 per cent chance for the development of a formal La Nia event between November-January, based on international guidance.''. In March,MetServicecalled for a meeting with State-owned Enterprises Minister David Clark, alleging that "increasing competition" in the weather forecasting business might have an impact "on public safety outcomes" - according to a briefing on the meeting from Treasury, released to the Herald under the Official Information Act. Soil moisture and river flows are about equally likely to be near normal (45 per cent chance) or below normal (40-45 per cent chance). Oceanographic Institute. 10.1029/96GL01668]. [11], The Laboratory is located in a data-sparse region of the globe. El Nio and La Nia are opposite phases of a naturally occurring global climate cycle known as the El Nio Southern Oscillation, or ENSO for short. [17], Solar radiation measurements at Lauder are used in studies on the effects of UV radiation on human health and in the solar energy and building industries[22], Foremost among NIWA's 30 vessels[2] is the 70-metre deepwater research vessel RV Tangaroa,[23] New Zealand's only ice-strengthened research ship. [10] This shift was driven by the fear of ozone depletion due to manufactured gases, and by the fact that the ozone hole had been discovered. there se4ems to be more lows than highs this year. Geophysical Research Letters. READ MORE: * Auckland traffic and weather for March 21, 2022 * 'Dark day': At least three dead after fishing charter vessel tragedy off Far North. In 2002 NIWA teamed up with the Institute of Geological and Nuclear Science to create the Natural Hazards Centre as a New Zealand resource for all hazards information and advice. Rainy and windy. Innovation, 9(2), pp.181-191. In 2001, ministers encouraged the twoorganisationsto work more closely together, following a review. The National Climate Database, for instance, contains more than 250 million individual measurements (as of August2008[update]), with records dating back to the 1850s. "The World MeteorologicalOrganisationexpects that to avoid confusion, each of the 193 member countries and territories will be very clear on which of its meteorological agencies is the 'single authoritative voice' for a severe weather warning service. The two entities have been locked in fierce competition for nearly three decades, which appear marred by disagreements and bad blood. NIWA maintains a range of monitoring networks that collect long-term environmental data, including climate information, sea level, river flows, water quality, and freshwater fish distributions and habitats. Its not the easiest of sites to navigate , but the data and mapping are impressive. However, Niwa meteorologist/forecaster Ben Noll said as a result of La Nia the risk of Pacific tropical cyclones hitting the region is elevated. A decades-long battle for supremacy between two Government-owned weather forecasters turned ugly when one alleged the other might be threatening public safety with the use of its weather forecasts. Treasury officials have said, with some exasperation, that there have been " a number of independent reviews" of theorganisations. [7] It can now show long-term trends in water quality. Fairly breezy East to Nor'East winds. MetServiceand Niwa are the two titans of New Zealand's weather forecasting business. Breezy to brisk East to Nor'East winds. In 2013 Niwa launched a weather division, and in 2015 it partnered with the UKMetOfficeto develop weather and climate forecasting systems and it recently purchased a high-performance computer to improve weather forecasting. Lauder had begun measuring UV radiation, ozone, and other gases associated with ozone depletion. During El Nio, New Zealand tends to experience stronger or more frequent winds from the west in summer, which can encourage dryness in eastern areas and more rain in the west. This means the unusual status quo - two Government-owned forecasters competing with each other to sell forecasts to other parts of the Government - will continue. According to Treasury,MetService"has concerns that competition with Niwa for media presence during severe weather events may increase risks to public safety through conflicting narratives". New Zealand's coastal water temperatures were warmer than average during October, ranging from 0.5C to 1C above average. King, D.N., Goff, J. and Skipper, A., 2007.
By the late 1970s research had shifted focus to the stratosphere. Strong winds are also expected with gusts up to 90-110kmph. On average, one tropical cyclone passes near the country each year, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas,'' he said. Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons, Kerre Woodham: 11 percent of the workforce are on a benefit, I'm appalled, Sports: What lies ahead for All Blacks coach Ian Foster, Friday Faceoff: Jason Pine and Fran Scholey discuss the All Blacks coaching debacle, All Black v ex-All Black: Sky TV to keep Justin Marshall on air, Kiwi star unlocks pathway to world title fight at Fight For Life, 'It sucked' - Five years sleeping rough in Auckland, ELTON JOHN - FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD TOUR, Chance of rain as battle between MetService and Niwa gets dirty. [14] From the 1990s Lauder has also monitored the effects of ozone depletion on solar UV irradiance. "Air pressure is predicted to be lower than normal in the New Zealand region, particularly to the west of the country. [10], Measurements of the atmosphere at Lauder can be carried out in situ, and through remote sensing. [10] Computer models to predict future atmospheric changes have also been developed at Lauder, and the atmospheric measurements taken at Lauder are used in climate models around the world. Less low pressure systems or more or longer lasting anticyclones. Breezy South to Sou'East winds. A full breakdown for each region's climate outlook is available on NIWA's website . The MOU did not ease competition between the two entities - in fact, following the signing of the MOU, Niwa's strategy shifted further towards developing a commercial forecasting business. [17] One method of remote sensing measurements at Lauder uses a LIDAR system to generate ozone profiles to 100km in altitude. In fact,MetServicehelps the Minister of Transport meet obligations under the Meteorological Services Act 1990 to offer weather warnings. Your web browser (Internet Explorer) is out of date. He said there is a progression toward La Nia conditions - and Niwa has moved to La Nia Alert. [1], In 2007, 12 NIWA climate scientists Greg Bodeker, Matt Dunn, Rod Henderson, Darren King, Keith Lassey, David Lowe, Brett Mullan, Kath O'Shaughnessy, Guy Penny, Jim Renwick, Jim Salinger and David Wratt shared the Nobel Peace Prize with other contributors to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. [1] Its head office is in Auckland, with regional offices in Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, and Lauder (Central Otago). This location was chosen for the laboratory due to the area's low horizons, clear skies, dry atmosphere, and southern latitude location. [Online] 285 (5434), 17091711. Cheers National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research logo. MetServicebriefed the Ministry of Transport that "Niwa relies on automated forecasts with no intervention from professional meteorologists" which,MetServicebelieved was "inappropriate for a public safety service". TheDoCcontract appears to have tippedMetServiceover the edge. Science. It was established as a Crown Research Institute. "For New Zealand,MetServiceis that agency and is contracted to deliver this service on behalf of the Minister of Transport," the spokesperson said. MetServicehas alleged use of Niwa byDoCcould be dangerous. The collection is used by scientists, teachers, and journalists throughout New Zealand and the world. Under-represented and overlooked: Mori and Pasifika scientists in Aotearoa New Zealands universities and crown-research institutes. A woman carries her daughter through floodwater in central Auckland. Northland is in for a warmer than normal November-January, but with a La Nia weather pattern there's also the risk of cyclones hitting the region. NIWA maintains a fleet of about 30 vessels for freshwater, marine, and atmospheric research. Metservicewas set up as an SOE, running on a commercial basis by selling weather forecasts and information at a profit. In the High Court judgement, released today, Justice Geoffrey Venning ruled that the New Zealand Climate Science Education Trust had not been successful in any of the challenges they brought against NIWA. ENSO influences rainfall, temperature, and wind patterns around the world, including New Zealand. 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Covid-19 NZ: What's going on with the current Omicron wave? Some things will not look right and things might not work properly. As of 2015[update], it included over 2100 type specimens of species new to science (800 holotypes and 1300 paratypes). But competition with Niwa has meantMetServicehas had to explore "ways to strengthen its brand and protect its role as the 'single authoritative voice' in New Zealand". Niwa says this is the second wettest hour across Auckland ever. Climate stations across Auckland have reported that in 10 hours, more than a months worth of rain has been recorded. Annoyed to hear that the Met Service is stopping their free access to the rain maps. Measurements at Lauder are also used to calibrate satellites such as OCO-2 and GOSAT. Auckland traffic and weather for March 21, 2022, 'Dark day': At least three dead after fishing charter vessel tragedy off Far North, Dramatic day looms for NZ Rugby as All Blacks assistants and captain Sam Cane face axe. The brawl has become something of a public service battle royale, withMetServicenarkingon Niwa's forecasting ability to the Ministry of Transport and Treasury, afterDoCdecided to purchase Niwa forecasts for use in national parks. Lauder (45.04S, 169.68E, 370m a.s.l.) It holds representatives of almost all phyla in the New Zealand region. Hi Bodie, Heres our most recent ClimateWatch video (3 weeks old now) https://www.weatherwatch.co.nz/content/climatewatch-how-july-is-shaping-up-beyond-video-13-maps/. A person standing in a storm underneath an umbrella. The charge was brought by the climate change deniers The New Zealand Climate Education Trust a branch of the New Zealand Climate Science Coalition. Along with equivalent measurements from the Northern Hemisphere, taken at Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii, these records are used to model the effects of atmospheric CO2 on global climate. Established in 1992, NIWA conducts research across a broad range of disciplines in the environmental sciences. The rationale was to reduce the cost to taxpayers of producing weather forecasts and to generate some income for the Crown at the same time. As of 10am, lightning and rain has decreased and shifted towards south and east of Auckland, but heavy rain persists in south Auckland and north Waikato regions. Aucklanders woke up extended thunder rumbles and lighting strikes, with Niwa reporting more than 4000 strikes from 7am to 8am, and more than 700 in five minutes. The 28-metre RV Kaharoa is used mainly for coastal research, but has gone further afield to deploy ocean-profiling Argo floats, from Chile to Mauritius. It also leads investigations such as the analysis of genetic information, the modelling of the impact of climate change and forecasting weather related hazards. [16] Data from these balloons enables atmospheric profiles of temperature, pressure, water vapour, and ozone to be produced. 10.1126/science.285.5434.1709. New Zealand can expect periodic heavy rainfall events in the coming months, particularly in eastern areas, according to the NIWAs latest seasonal climate outlook.