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Marine Weather
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If in doubt, don't go out!
New Zealand's weather can be highly unpredictable. Enjoying the sunshine and a light breeze at home is one thing, but the wind can be twice as strong out on the water. We've got you sorted with a range of services to keep you on top of what the weather is doing.
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You can get the latest on your local marine weather situation via:
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A few handy weather tips:
- Marine forecasts tell you what the weather is expected to do, but there's no guarantee. Keep an eye out for any changes of clouds, wind direction & strength.
- Tides are important, as when there's wind against the tide, you know to expect a rough sea state (especially in boats under 6m in length)
- Looking to cross a harbour or river bar? Never cross without the required experience and local knowledge. Check out our 'Raising the Bar' seminars for information to keep you safe.
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Coastguard Radio
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Wind warnings are broadcast via Coastguard Radio as soon as they're issued from MetService, and every two hours until they are cancelled.
Live weather Broadcasts are broadcast four times daily via Coastguard Radio and cover recreational forecasts, sea areas, tides,navigation warnings and local station notices.
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 Click here for a list of Coastguard Radio VHF Channels across NZ.
These channels are active from 1 October 2016, see here for details.
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Coastguard Nowcasting
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Coastguard's Nowcasting service broadcasts real time marine weather information and forecasts. Available continuously via your marine VHF radio and the Coastguard App, Nowcasting includes:
- Actual wind conditions at various locations (peak gust, average, direction in degrees true)
- The latest local recreation marine area forecast
- Tide times and heights at various locations
- Key safety information
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 Click here for a list of Coastguard Nowcasting Weather Information Channels across NZ.
These channels are active from 1 October 2016, see here for details. |
Coastguard App
The new generation Coastguard App is here! It's got a boatload of handy features for fishos and boaties, you won't want to leave the dock without this game changer in your pocket.
Download the Coastguard App here.
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Nowcasting by Text
Coastguard has historically provided Nowcasting information by text message. Due to the limited use of the service, changing technologies and the rising cost, this service has been discontinued. We apologise for any inconvenience.
You can still access weather information via:
- Coastguard App – a smartphone-based app that provides
- Coastguard Nowcasting – dedicated VHF channels broadcasting real-time marine weather information and forecasts. See the channels here.
- Coastguard Radio – live weather brodcasts 4x daily. Any wind warnings are broadcast via VHF every 2 hours from issue, until they’re cancelled. Find your local channel here.
- Radioing in to your local VHF channel and asking for a weather update
- Calling the Coastguard Operations Centre on *500
- Checking the MetService website here.
MetService
Did you know that MetService provides us with all our marine forecasts? You can go directly to the source by checking out the MetService website here.
Nowcasting throughout the Northern Region is proudly brought to you by Half Moon Bay Marina. Support with hosting our Nowcasting Infrastructure in the Far North is kindly sponsored by by Huruiki Angus.
 
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