Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand
The Seasonal Climate Outlook for December.
Highlights:
– Moderate La Niña conditions are present in the tropical Pacific but a rapid weakening of La Niña conditions is expected over summer
– High pressure will be an increasingly common occurrence as December progresses
– Dryness is a concern from mid-December and into January
– An increased risk of significant heavy rain events in late summer, primarily for the North Island.
