Chris Brandolino
A month's rainfall to fall in just days this week
The middle of New Zealand could be in for flooding in the next few days as a new tropical low heads across the Tasman, mixed up with the remnants of Cyclone Debbie. NIWA forecasts some places will get… Audio
Scorcher of a February ahead: NIWA
Chris Brandolino is hoping rain in the east of the North Island will dampen vegetation fires currently burning west of Napier. Audio
Summer weather bomb moves in today
It's not been the best summer, but it's set to get even more grim over the next few days. Audio
Cool Xmas temps for North Island, pearler down South
NIWA's Chris Brandolino forecasts cool weather with a few showers across the North Island, but says it'll be mainly warm and sunny in the South. Audio
Yesterday was a scorcher
It's been a real scorcher, with some of the warmest November temperatures in at least 15 years worth in parts of eastern New Zealand. We talk to Niwa's Chris Brandolino. Audio
Severe weather warning in quake hit parts
A severe weather warning remains in place for parts of the country hit by the earthquakes. In Wellington, some central city streets are shut due to fears the gale force winds could further damage… Audio
NIWA: How Wet Are Our Soils?
Our guest this week is NIWA's principal scientist Chris Brandolino who's updating us on soil moisture conditions and what we can expect through to the end of the year. Audio
NIWA: How Wet Are Our Soils?
Our guest this week is NIWA's principal scientist Chris Brandolino who's updating us on soil moisture conditions and what we can expect through to the end of the year.
AudioEverything you need to know about the weather
Chris Brandolino knows a lot about the weather. He is the principal scientist of forecasting, at NIWA National Climate Centre. Audio
More rain, warmer temperatures likely in the North
Warmer temperatures and more rain in the North Island are on the menu in Niwa's outlook til the end of December. Meteorologist Chris Brandolino explains whether we can expect more downpours and… Audio
Unpredictable weather expected to continue
More big downpours of rain like yesterday's in Auckland are on the cards, the weather pundits say. Auckland had its wettest ever hour for a June yesterday - and there will be more, the experts say. Audio
What to expect this winter
NIWA forecaster, Chris Brandolino, with the seasonal climate outlook - and more extremes lie ahead. Audio
NIWA says NZ experiences one of driest years on record
Flooding was an all-too common sight around New Zealand last year. Audio
Pacific told up to 13 cyclones possible this season
Pacific is told to prepare for more and stronger cyclones over the coming season. Audio
NIWA warns of increased risk of cyclones
NIWA is forecasting an increase in the number and strength of cyclones in the south-west Pacific this summer, and is warning the islands in their path to prepare for the worst. Audio
Climate extremes around the world in 2014
Is the climate broken, or just breaking new records? Audio
Mild winter to follow golden summer
Climate scientists have good news for those mourning the end of the golden summer, with a mild winter predicted for the entire country. Audio
Warm, dry weather here to stay
Joining us is a weather forecaster with National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research, Chris Brandolino. Audio
Intro and Guest
Niwa's weather expert Chris Brandolino talks about the great downpours which occurred in many regions this week. Audio
Slightly warmer winter in store
Most parts of the country are in for a slightly warmer winter. Audio
