The tables below show the probabilities (or percent chances) for each of three categories: above average, near average, and below average. In the absence of any forecast guidance there would be an ...

NIWA has a core interest in promoting science careers and this sponsorship is part of our long-term commitment to enhancing science and technology for young New Zealanders. Our sponsorship provides ...

Rangi is an online weather and climate curriculum for teachers. The lesson packages were co-developed between NIWA’s climate researchers and meteorologists, and teachers and students from a group of ...

Downloadable and printable guides on identification of common freshwater invertebrates found in New Zealand waterways and lakes. Benthic Macroinvertebrates Field Identification Guide Benthic ...

Environmental DNA (eDNA) is a burgeoning field of research in Aotearoa/New Zealand, with applications in biomonitoring, biosecurity, ecology and conservation. It is most effective as a complement to ...

The Southern Annular Mode, or SAM, is a ring of climate variability that encircles the South Pole and extends out to the latitudes of New Zealand. The SAM involves alternating windiness and storm ...

In particular, the Statement of Core Purpose defines the areas of operation in which each CRI is the lead agency, and those in which it will collaborate with others to achieve the required outcomes.

As our climate is changing, the sea is rising and storms are causing greater damage to our coast. My Coastal Futures can be played by anyone in a little over 5 minutes. It works best for people over ...

Introduced pests and diseases can harm the health of Aotearoa New Zealand's marine ecosystems, our seafood industry, and the social and cultural benefits that we derive from the sea. NIWA undertakes ...

NIWA research into freshwater invertebrates supports a greater understand of the role of these varied aquatic species in habitat and ecosystem health.

Hazard risk modelling tools can help decision makers to better prepare for and respond to disasters and to make sound economic and land-use planning decisions. PARTneR–2 is addressing a critical gap ...

CliDEsc is a web-based content management system and product generator library developed by NIWA in consultation with National Meteorological and Hydrological Services in the Pacific region, and with ...