River flows
28 February 2007
New Zealand River Flows in October 2001
Flows improved in some areas
Following a relatively dry September, above average rainfalls in October lifted river flows in the far north, East Cape, around Taranaki, and in Marlborough to above normal. Elsewhere flows were mostly below normal. A few catchments (darkest shade of pink in the map) had record low flows for the month.
Map of streamflow decile ranges in October
Streamflow decile ranges in October for rivers monitored in national and regional networks. The contributing catchment area above each monitoring location is shaded. NIWA field teams, regional and district councils, and hydro-power companies are thanked for providing this information.