Lewis Ferris
Lewis Ferris is a forecaster with MetService in New Zealand, known for providing critical weather information and warnings. Recently, he highlighted the unusual heat conditions in Hamilton, where temperatures have consistently remained above 27 degrees Celsius for an extended period, prompting considerations for public safety and health.
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MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris told the Herald the brunt of the weather system is now travelling north.
On The Up: Plan to revive ‘forgotten’ Lake Whatumā in Central Hawke’s Bay with boardwalk and education centre
New Zealand· 2025-09-17
MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris told the Herald the brunt of the weather system is now travelling north.
Bay of Plenty police officer charged with unlawfully accessing intelligence systemNew Zealand· 2025-09-17
Lewis Ferris is a meteorologist who provided insights on the weather system affecting New Zealand.
Fresh State of Emergency declared in Nelson Tasman, heavy rain and winds to hit across NZ tomorrowNew Zealand· 2025-07-10
MetService forecaster Lewis Ferris told the Herald the widespread severe weather that lashed Canterbury and Wellington yesterday would ease.
Weather: Severe wind, rain forecast to ease for Canterbury and Wellington after gales, floodingNew Zealand· 2025-05-01
Lewis Ferris is a meteorologist who provided insights on the weather conditions for the upcoming weekend.
Anzac weekend: More ‘severe’ weather, heavy rain on way for Northland, AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-04-24MetService forecaster Lewis Ferris said it still won’t be 'picture perfect' for much of the country today.
Cyclone Tam live updates: Meteorologists monitoring new weather system as heavy rain set to lash parts of NZNew Zealand· 2025-04-17
MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris reported that Hokitika had more rain in the prior 24 hours than it received during the whole of March.
Weather: Auckland commuters face lengthy delays during morning rush hour as ‘atmospheric river’ arrivesNew Zealand· 2025-04-03MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris noted that Hokitika had received more rain in the prior 24 hours than during the entire month of March.
Weather: Northland braces for downpours overnight before heaviest rain hits during Friday Auckland rush hourNew Zealand· 2025-04-03
Lewis Ferris is a meteorologist from MetService who provided insights on the weather system affecting Northland.
Northland braces for heavy rain as watch upgraded to orange warningNew Zealand· 2025-04-02
Lewis Ferris said MetService issued a warning when temperatures were close to maximum for a particular city.
Summer heat: Hamilton’s run of hot days shatters previous recordNew Zealand· 2025-02-12