Weather
Stormy weather in NZ cancels Jetstar flight
Wednesday 11 April 2018 | Published in Weather
Yesterday morning’s Jetstar flight from New Zealand was cancelled on Monday night (CI time) after a crew member fell ill, delaying the departure of the Airbus 320 aircraft.
Flash flooding leaves a big mess
Wednesday 11 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Most businesses located near the Avatiu roundabout were closed for business yesterday after flash flooding on Monday night left their properties with covered with mud and debris.
It's rain, rain and more rain…
Tuesday 10 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Rarotonga was pelted with about 200mm of rain between Wednesday of last week and yesterday morning.
Cyclone danger still lurks
Sunday 1 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The sea surface temperature recently recorded in the northern group waters is ideal to trigger a cyclone in the remainder of the 2017/18 cyclone season which ends next month.
Poor response to open day but Met Office meets goal
Thursday 29 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Despite a low turnout at its open day last week, the Cook Islands Meteorological Service says it achieved its goal of increasing public awareness of its work.
Weather Office to celebrate Meteorological Day
Friday 23 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service will open its doors to the public today to commemorate this year’s World Meteorological Day.
Cyclone no danger to us
Monday 12 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Apart from some storm surges (high waves) towards the middle of next week, the Cook Islands will not face any danger from Tropical Cyclone Hola.
Some different tips to beat the heat.
Tuesday 6 March 2018 | Published in Weather
With March forecast to offer mostly hot and humid weather, CINews went online to find some advice about keeping cool.
A great weekend to stay indoors
Monday 12 February 2018 | Published in Weather
Big swells and continual rain and cloud over the weekend made for miserable conditions over the weekend. On Friday, most of the action centred around the port, where the order was made to boat owners to get their vessels out of the water or out of the harbour by 5pm.
Gita moves off, but bad weather stays
Monday 12 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The intensifying Tropical Cyclone Gita which was yesterday classed a category four cyclone is moving away from the Cook Islands.
Five metre swell could hit island by noon
Monday 12 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
A significant five metre swell generated by a storm surge caused by Tropical Cyclone Gita could hit Rarotonga by midday today.
High seas threaten harbor
Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Published in Weather
Sea swells could force the closure of Avatiu Harbour this week, raising questions about the fate of the Tiare Taporo, which remains moored at the wharf despite promises from its owners that it would be back in service early this year.
Depressions pose no threat
Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Weather
Despite the presence of two tropical depressions in the Southwest Pacific this week, the Cook Islands are not at risk from a cyclone, says the Met Office.
'Blue blood moon' not so super here
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
While sky gazers across the world were treated to a “super blue blood moon” early yesterday, residents of Rarotonga missed out on the opportunity as excessive cloud kept the rare occurrence out of their sight.
Country in no danger from first cyclone
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The Cook Islands is out of any danger that could potentially be caused by the first cyclone for this season.
Weather was kind to visitors
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in Weather
Despite rough swells early yesterday morning, most of the passengers on the cruise ship MS Amsterdam were able to enjoy a memorable day exploring Rarotonga.
Met Office keeps an eye on new lows
Thursday 4 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service is keeping a close eye on a low pressure system which was moving southeast from the southern Cook Islands yesterday.
February 'danger' month
Friday 29 December 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
We’re already two months into the 2017-2018 tropical cyclone season and no adverse weather conditions have affected the Cook Islands.
Wet season gets off to a rainy start
Thursday 2 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The wet season in Rarotonga got off to a perfect start this week and the local weather office expects the showers and rain to last for at least a couple more days.
Get set for more rain at weekend
Friday 20 October 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Expect a wet weekend on Rarotonga, says the weather man.