Science Centres: Climate

ENSO conditions in the tropical Pacific are now in the neutral range and are likely to stay neutral over the coming season. During July-September, mean sea level pressures are likely to be above normal across New Zealand, with weaker westerlies over the country and more frequent than normal easterly flow over the North Island. 

Sea surface temperatures

Sea surface temperatures near New Zealand are expected to be near normal or above normal through the outlook period.