WeatherWatch
Overview
• WeatherWatch.co.nz is recognised as New Zealand’s leading private weather forecaster, trusted by thousands across the country.
• We provide more localised weather data than any other New Zealand provider, offering detailed forecasts that often surpass those issued by the two government forecasters.
• Our services are powered by The Weather Company’s highly accurate global data, ensuring that every region of New Zealand – from urban centres to remote rural areas – is comprehensively covered.
• We focus on delivering timely alerts so you can plan ahead and avoid unexpected weather disruptions.
Maps and Data
• More weather maps than all other New Zealand providers combined.
• Extensive local, hourly, and 10‑day forecast data.
• Advanced use of AI technology to learn from forecasting errors and improve accuracy, even in isolated areas.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in data presentation.
New Alerting App
Our newly developed Alerting App is a breakthrough – a first not only for New Zealand but globally.
• Allows you to customise alerts to meet your own criteria.
• Designed to help small businesses, farmers, orchardists, and event planners make better decisions.
• Phase 1: Personalised forecast alerts based on user‑selected conditions.
• Phase 2 (future development): Integration of real‑time rain radar and lightning alerts, subject to community support.
MetService Push Notifications
• Automatic delivery of MetService Warnings and Watches to your device.
• Eliminates the need to search for critical weather alerts – they come directly to you.
Our Team and Connections
We are a small, dedicated New Zealand company with a significant impact.
• Proud CNN Weather affiliate.
• Strong relationships with both private and public forecasters locally and internationally.
• Committed to connecting people, sharing knowledge, and improving through collaboration.
Our Passion
• We strive to deliver the most precise weather data available, making it accessible, engaging, and useful for everyday life – helping you prepare, plan, and live with confidence.
FAQ
Q: How does WeatherWatch achieve such detailed forecasts for remote and urban areas alike?
A: We leverage The Weather Company’s global observational and model data as our foundation, then overlay it with our own advanced processing routines. Our systems take into account local topography, sea breezes, mountain passes, and other geographical features unique to New Zealand. By continuously feeding actual observations back into our algorithms and applying machine-learning corrections, we refine the forecast in real time so that both city streets and isolated hilltops receive the same level of attention.
Q: Are WeatherWatch forecasts more reliable than those from MetService or NIWA?
A: In many cases, yes. Both the Meteorological Service of New Zealand and NIWA do outstanding work, but their resources are necessarily spread across larger operational footprints. We focus exclusively on New Zealand’s varied environments and update our models more frequently. Independent user feedback and verification studies often show that our localised temperature, rainfall, and wind predictions can out-perform broader government-issued forecasts, especially when it comes to pinpointing sudden showers or gusty winds.
Q: What is the role of The Weather Company in powering WeatherWatch?
A: The Weather Company provides the high-resolution global observations and sophisticated numerical weather prediction models that underpin our entire service. We then enhance that global feed by applying New Zealand-specific calibrations, local sensor data, and our AI-driven bias corrections. This partnership means you receive the best of both worlds: world-class forecasting science fused with intimate knowledge of Aotearoa’s distinct weather patterns.
Version History
v4.0.87——14 Jan 2026
WeatherWatch.co.nz is powered by the most accurate weather data on earth. Download the latest version of WeatherWatch to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*4.0.87
- Fixes YouTube issues some users were experiencing.
- Various bug fixes and enhancements.
*4.0.86
- Fixes dashboard issues some users were experiencing.
- Various bug fixes and enhancements.
*4.0.68
Various bug fixes and enhancements.
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