NIWAWeather

NIWAWeather

NZ's best weather forecast

2 ratings
21 reviews
Free

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Released
September 11, 2022
Updated
November 1, 2026

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Get detailed hourly and long-range weather forecasts for New Zealand, including temperature, humidity, rain, wind, and UV. Access seasonal outlooks, tide predictions, and daily video updates from meteorologists.

✓Hourly temperature, humidity, rain, wind, cloud, UV forecasts
✓Seasonal outlooks with long-range predictions
✓New Zealand tide forecasts
✓Daily meteorologist video updates
✓Data management for environmental resources
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What's New in NIWAWeather

6.6

November 1, 2026

v6.2 Reliability improvements for the UV graph v6.3 Forecasts for the Chatham Islands v6.4 Overall speed improvements v6.5 Improvements for glass and tinted versions of the home-screen widgets v6.6 Better handling of errors when there is no internet connection

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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 data 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.

Does NIWAWeather include tide information?

Yes, NIWAWeather provides tide forecasts specifically for around New Zealand, which is useful for coastal activities and planning.

Can I get expert weather insights with NIWAWeather?

Yes, the app features daily videos from in-house meteorologists, offering expert analysis and insights into current and upcoming weather patterns.

Is NIWAWeather available on multiple devices?

NIWAWeather is supported on both iPhone and iPad, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

How often is NIWAWeather updated?

The app was last updated on November 1st, 2026, indicating ongoing development and maintenance to ensure data accuracy and feature improvements.

What is the age rating for NIWAWeather?

NIWAWeather has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages.

Does NIWAWeather have ads?

No, NIWAWeather is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience for accessing weather information.

What is the user feedback on NIWAWeather?

Based on the available data, NIWAWeather has received a perfect 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews, suggesting very positive user sentiment.