Weather

Temperature soars to 32.9°C as marine heatwave lingers

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands is experiencing its warmest weather of the year due to a marine heatwave, but the forecast predicts a return to normal weather patterns next month.

National


More rain expected for Rarotonga

Tuesday 12 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Rarotonga is expected to experience more rain today, says the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.

National


Cook Islands weatherman Ngari retires after 40 years

Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands weatherman Arona Ngari, who served as the director of the Meteorological Service for 40 years, was celebrated at a special farewell function on Thursday night.

National


Tropical depression brings rain, wind, and minor damage to Southern Cooks

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather

Tropical depression brought heavy rain and strong winds to the Southern Cook Islands, causing minor damages and prompting school closures.

National


Rarotonga businesses ready to weather the storm

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Business, National, Weather

People, protocols and preparation were a key focus for businesses yesterday as gale force winds lashed the north eastern side of Rarotonga.

Business


Rarotonga on alert, schools closed

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather

A tropical depression affecting the Cook Islands group was forecast to intensify into a category one cyclone by this morning, triggering advisories from local authorities. This morning the Ministry of Education confirmed that all schools in Rarotonga are closed but it is business as usual for others.

Education


Heed the warnings

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather

Police have been asked to conduct regular patrols at the harbours to remove youth swimming around the area, says Emergency Management Cook Islands director John Strickland.

Local


Aitutaki schools closed as tropical depression looms

Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands, Weather

Schools in Aitutaki have closed following reports of an approaching tropical depression, but Emergency Management Cook Islands says the system does not pose a threat ‘at this moment’.

Education


Community rallies to bring power back to Pukapuka

Friday 9 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather

Pukapuka island was cut off from the world for four days due to no electricity and communication, but now has restored power thanks to a barge arrival despite challenges from rough weather.

National


Palmerston Island braces for impact as Cyclone Osai lingers

Thursday 8 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather

Southern Cook Islands remained under threat as Tropical Cyclone Osai circled closer to Palmerston Island yesterday afternoon.

National


Weather office monitors another tropical cyclone

Wednesday 7 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

As Tropical Cyclone Nat (NET) decreased to a category one and moved towards Tahiti yesterday, Cook Islands Meteorological Service is monitoring another tropical cyclone.

National


Pa Enua calm with no reported damage

Wednesday 7 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather

The Gale warning previously in force for all waters to the north of the Sourthern Cooks was cancelled yesterday, issued by the Cook Islands Meteorological Services (CIMS).

National


Schools close as high seas hit the Pa Enua

Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather

High seas surged over the shore, washing in around Tetautua School on the eastern rim of Penrhyn Island, restricting safe access for children to their classrooms.

Local


TC Nat set to hit the Southern Cooks now cancelled

Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather

The weather warning that was in force for the northern waters of the Southern Cooks is now cancelled. The public is advised to remain vigilant as the Southern Cook Islands was set to feel the brunt of Tropical Cyclone Nat (N-E-T) as it was expected to have affected Aitutaki and Mauke last night.

Local


Cyclone warnings issued as low pressure system hits the Cooks

Sunday 4 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Weather

Official cyclone warnings have been issued as the Cook Islands braces for a bumpy ride with the weather.

National


Heatwave to last until April, says weather office

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National, Weather

Cook Islands is expected to experience temperatures close to 30 degrees Celsius until April, according to the Meteorological Service.

Environment


High sea swells to subside later today, says Meteorological Service

Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather

The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says the high sea swells affecting both the Northern and Southern groups are expected to calm down later today.

Local


High sea swells warning issued

Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Meteorological Services issued a heavy swell warning for both the Southern and Northern Cook Islands yesterday.

National


Meteorological Service gets boost for better forecasts

Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Meteorological Service is among five Pacific islands nations with access to approximately US$50 million (NZ$82m) to enhance its capability.

National


Busy year of bulletins, warnings

Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

The Cook Islands Meteorological Service’s annual report tabled in Parliament last month, highlighted a busy year of weather monitoring and warnings.

National


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