About this banner
Good Morning - Today is: Monday, 19 May 2025 10:34:09 NZST
Current: 11.3°C, Max: 13.2°C, Min: 9.8°C. It feels like 10.7°C
FORECAST: Showers this morning, becoming a steady rain during the afternoon hours. High 12C. Winds SSE at 15 to 25 km/h. Chance of rain 70%. It feels like 10.7°C. 3 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Fairly fine, improving | Sunrise: 07:21 | Sunset: 17:08 | Dawn: 06:51 | Dusk: 17:38
Weather Forecast
Temperature : Current trend is Rising, changing by 0.4 °C/hr 11.3°C, 91%   Pressure : Current trend is Rising, changing by 0.6 hPa/hr 1017.7hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Low Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  NE  Current wind speed is Light air (F1) from NE (45°) 3km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Steady 3km/h
Air Quality :  0 AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Falling 4.4mm
Sun Light : 27.6kLux, 1.2hrs   Solar UV :  2.6UVI  218W/m2
Last weather station contact: Monday, 19 May 2025 at 10:34:06. Updated in seconds

 New Zealand Newsroom
News 🌏 19 May 2025 9:43AM: Christchurch City Council considers regulations against abandoning supermarket trolleys (rnz.co.nz) 1/15 🌏 19 May 2025 9:01AM: Children as young as 6 adopted, made to work as house slaves (rnz.co.nz) 2/15 🌏 19 May 2025 7:43AM: Mฤori Queen emotionally gifted whale jawbone at Nelson marae (rnz.co.nz) 3/15 🌏 19 May 2025 8:38AM: Budget 2025: New funding for after-hours care 'not going to go very far' - GP and urgent care doctor (rnz.co.nz) 4/15 🌏 19 May 2025 7:47AM: 'Very very traumatic' - Mother who lost baby after being left alone by midwife (rnz.co.nz) 5/15 🌏 19 May 2025 5:55AM: 'Every dollar counts' - The etiquette of asking for doggy bag (rnz.co.nz) 6/15 🌏 19 May 2025 8:45AM: Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash North Island, Hutt river floods (rnz.co.nz) 7/15 🌏 18 May 2025 8:03PM: Public worried about creeping health privatisation, lack of preventative care (rnz.co.nz) 8/15 🌏 19 May 2025 9:09AM: Auckland's Western Springs Stadium's future up for public consultation (rnz.co.nz) 9/15 🌏 19 May 2025 6:34AM: Firefighters called to blaze at commercial building in Wellington (rnz.co.nz) 10/15 🌏 19 May 2025 9:01AM: Oranga Tamariki security contract unfair - New Zealand Security Association (rnz.co.nz) 11/15 🌏 17 May 2025 9:24AM: The benefits of wrapping yourself in a woollen blanket this winter (rnz.co.nz) 12/15 🌏 17 May 2025 12:37PM: 'In the winter, the roads can be a bit scary': The life of a rural midwife (rnz.co.nz) 13/15 🌏 18 May 2025 6:48PM: Kayak fisher brushes off sharks to land monster snapper (rnz.co.nz) 14/15 🌏 18 May 2025 7:18PM: Man charged over seven suspicious fires in Masterton churches, chapel (rnz.co.nz) 15/15

Current Water Restrictions In Palmerston North
Water Restrictions Level 0.5: No Water Restrictions Apply Voluntary Restrictions Recommended

This includes: Palmerston North, Ashhurst, Bunnythorpe, Linton, Longburn townships. Visit the Palmerston North City Council website for the latest information on their Water Conservation page.

The Three Levels Of Water Restrictions Used By The PNCC

Palmerston North City Council use three levels of water conservation / demand management systems:

Level 0: No restrictions apply

Level 0.5: No restrictions apply - Voluntary Restrictions Recommended
During the months of December to April, residents are asked to voluntarily conserve water as if Level 1 restrictions were enforced: Unattended hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems can only be used on alternate days between 7:00pm and 9:00pm*. Even numbered houses can do this on even days, and odd numbered houses on odd days.

Level 1: Sprinkler use evenings only, every two days
Unattended hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems can only be used on alternate days between 7:00pm and 9:00pm*. Even numbered houses can do this on even days, and odd numbered houses on odd days. Handheld hoses can be used at any time.

Level 2: Unattended irrigation prohibited. Handheld hoses only, every two days
Unattended hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems not permitted to be used. Handheld hoses can only be used on alternate days between 7:00pm and 9:00pm*. Even numbered houses can do this on even days, and odd numbered houses on odd days.

Level 3: Hosing prohibited
Hosing prohibited. Unattended hoses, sprinklers, garden irrigation systems and handheld hoses or watering cans cannot be used. Car washing, household maintenance and outdoor washing by handheld hose are also prohibited. Filling of swimming pools, spa pools and paddling pools is prohibited.

* Note: Permitted times indicative only and are subject to change by the Palmerston North City Council without this information being updated. Please check with the Palmerston North City Council for the most accurate data on their Water Conservation page.

Source: https://www.pncc.govt.nz/media/3129716/water-supply-bylaw-2015-administration-manual.pdf


 Advertisers' Space


About The Palmerston North City Water Supply

Palmerston North's primary water supply comes from the Turitea Dam which supplies two-thirds of the city's water. The remaining supply comes from nine water bores located around the city which are plumbed into the main water supply. These bores automatically kick into action when they detect low water pressure and are usually used in the morning and night to keep up with peak demand.

The supporting water network from the Turitea Dam holds 15 million litres of treated water storage while the dam itself holds 1.7 million cubic metres of water and can supply water for 2 - 3 months of drought. The catchment area is about 2,400 hectares which feed into the dam. The city uses 32m to 35m litres a day and the Palmerston North city water supply network also feeds Ashhurst, Bunnythorpe, Linton and Longburn areas. Water restrictions usually start when the Turitea Dam drops below 80% capacity.

Source: https://www.pncc.govt.nz/services/water/water-supply/

Ways To Conserve Water

Every drop matters

Every drop matters, especially in the dry season. There are loads of easy ways to use a bit less water and help make a big difference. Pick something new that's simple for you, and be water-smarter this summer.

Save water inside
• Turn off the tap when you brush your teeth - this can save 6 litres of water a minute.
• Fill a jug or bottle with tap water and place it in your fridge - this way, you don't have to leave the tap running for the water to run cold before you fill your glass.
• Fix a dripping tap - a dripping tap can waste 15 litres of water a day.
• Use full loads in your washing machine and dishwasher - this cuts out unnecessary washes in between.
• Take shorter showers - showering can use up to 18 litres of water a minute. If you cut your shower time from 10 minutes to five, you could save as much as 90 litres of water.

Save water outside
• Mulch your garden to keep moisture in - mulch can cut evaporation by up to 70 per cent.
• Remove weeds - weeds compete for available moisture.
• Control your hose with trigger - you can stop and start the hose instantly and direct water where you need it, so you don't waste a drop.
• Sweep paths and decks instead of hosing them clean.
• Use a bucket of soapy water and a sponge to clean your car instead of a hose - this can save 10-15 litres of water a minute.

More water saving tips can be found on the Smart Homes website.


 Advertisers' Space