NIWAWeather

NIWAWeather

NZ's best weather forecast

2 ratings
21 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 10, 2021
  • April 10, 2026
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Get detailed hourly weather forecasts, seasonal outlooks, and tide predictions for New Zealand. Access daily video updates from meteorologists to stay informed about atmospheric conditions and potential hazards.

Hourly temperature, humidity, rain, wind, cloud, and UV forecasts
Seasonal outlooks for long-range rain and temperature
New Zealand tide forecasts
Daily meteorologist video updates
Environmental data management and delivery
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What's New in NIWAWeather

6.0

April 10, 2026

A new map for the whole country showing a 24 hour rainfall forecast. Don't forget you can get forecasts for anywhere in the country, just tap and hold on the map or search by address

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User reviews

It’s too much

I had planned a camping trip to Kerikeri this weekend. Your weather forecast looked fine for camping when I checked yesterday and this morning. However, upon arrival, I found that the wind was much stronger than indicated, and there were frequent showers, even when I checked your app directly. Unfortunately, I had to cancel my plans and lost $240 from my booking.
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Very poor

When you open the app, it takes you to the forecast for some hours ago. Just now I fresh launched the app, it’s 6pm but it takes me by default to today’s 2pm forecast?! What use it showing the weather from 4 hours ago by default. Hopeless. This bug has been in place for a long time now with no fix in sight
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Response from developer

This is the first time anyone has reported this, we’ll look into it right away. In the meantime, the screen is interactive so you can simply tap on the time you want the forecast for.

NIWA website is superior

UI feels the definition of form over function. Weather stations that are available on their website aren’t in the app. The on board map is so plain it’s difficult to find precise locations. Maybe minor gripes for some so I would still say give it a download and try it out for yourself.

Unable to see 2 days after

I cannot see anything Friday.

Terrible clunky interface

I really dislike the UI of this app. It's a prime example of unskilled UX designers trying to be smart but fail miserably at providing a solid user experience.

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FAQ

What kind of weather information does NIWAWeather provide?

NIWAWeather offers hour-to-hour forecasts for temperature, humidity, rain, wind, cloud cover, and UV. It also includes seasonal outlooks with long-range rain and temperature predictions, and tide forecasts around New Zealand.

Can I get updates from meteorologists with NIWAWeather?

Yes, NIWAWeather provides daily videos from their in-house meteorologists, offering insights into current and upcoming weather patterns.

Is NIWAWeather available on multiple devices?

NIWAWeather is available for both iPhone and iPad, ensuring you can access weather information on your preferred Apple device.

How often is NIWAWeather updated?

The app was last updated on May 28, 2025, indicating a commitment to providing current information and features. The latest version is 5.7.

What is the age rating for NIWAWeather?

NIWAWeather has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

What is the user sentiment for NIWAWeather based on ratings?

Based on the available data, NIWAWeather has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings, suggesting very positive user sentiment.

Does NIWAWeather offer international weather forecasts?

The description focuses specifically on New Zealand's weather, tides, and environmental resources, suggesting it is primarily designed for users within or interested in New Zealand.

What is the developer behind NIWAWeather?

NIWAWeather is developed by NEW ZEALAND INSTITUTE FOR EARTH SCIENCE LIMITED, a Crown Research Institute focused on atmospheric, freshwater, environmental, and marine science services.