FEATURE SUPPLEMENT 27
www.age.co.nz Thursday, October 7, 2021
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Above average temperatures predicted
The lack of a strong climate driver will likely be associated with more variability in New Zealand’s weather patterns during the coming months, says NIWA in its seasonal climate outlook for October to December 2021. La Niña Watch remains active, but the event is less advanced compared with this time last year. The short-term in˜ uence on New Zealand’s climate likely won’t be as substantial, but is expected to grow over the next three months. October-December rainfall is most likely to be near normal in the north of both islands and about equally likely to be near normal or below normal in all other regions. The ÿ rst half of October, however, is expected to be unsettled, with periods of rain and possible thunderstorms. The chance for dry spells may increase over time. Temperatures are very likely to be above average across New Zealand. More northeasterly winds are expected to cause periods of warmth and humidity, such as in early October. Soil moisture levels are most likely to be below normal in the west of the South Island and about equally likely to be near normal or below normal in all other regions. River ˜ ows are most likely to be below normal in the west and east of the South Island and about equally likely to be near normal or below normal in all other regions.
Wairarapa temperatures are very likely to be above average (60% chance). Rainfall totals are about equally likely to be near normal (40% chance) or below normal (35% chance).
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The ÿ rst half of October, however, is expected to be unsettled, with periods of rain and possible thunderstorms. The chance for dry spells may increase over time. Soil moisture levels increased during September after normal or above normal rainfall, but the tendency for more high pressure systems can contribute to dry spells in the months to come. Soil moisture and river ˜ ows are equally likely to be near normal (45% chance) or below normal (45% chance).
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