
Bakker
Bakker is a meteorologist associated with MetService, New Zealand's national weather service. In a recent forecast, he discussed the unusual weather patterns affecting the region, including record-breaking heat and upcoming severe weather conditions such as heavy rain, strong winds, and snow in certain areas of the South Island.
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Bakker provided insights on the cold snap affecting the North Island.
Weather: Cold snap to bring road snowfall warnings and sub-zero temperatures to North IslandThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-09-22
Bakker mentioned that the risk for Auckland, Northland and Waikato would likely ramp up into the evening.
North Island weather: Moderate thunderstorm risk, rain and small hail this afternoon, eveningThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-09-18
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Bakker provided insights on the record-breaking heat and weather conditions in New Zealand.
MetService forecast: Heavy rain, strong winds and snow for parts of New Zealand this weekThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-22