Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand
The Seasonal Climate Outlook for November 2025 – January 2026 is attached, along with graphics for your use.
Highlights:
– La Niña conditions have emerged in the tropical Pacific and will be a driver of the next three months’ weather
– A sudden stratospheric warming above Antarctica heavily impacted October’s weather, and may have further influence through November
– Seasonal air temperatures are equally likely to be near or above average for most of New Zealand
– Rainfall is expected to be fairly normal throughout New Zealand, with regional variation and some uncertainty.
