September
18 September 2008
A monthly newsletter from the National Climate Centre.
September 2008 – Number 111
August climate – above average rainfall in central areas but drier than normal in Gisborne and the southwest of the South Island. Cool in the south.
Outlook for September to November – lower rainfall, river flows, and soil moisture than normal in the southwest of the South Island. Average or above average air temperatures over the country.
In this issue
- New Zealand climate in August
- Global setting & climate outlook
- Feature article - Rain-days in Kawakawa
Cover image
Kowhai blossom
Cover photo: Alan Blacklock
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