Samkelo Magwala
Samkelo Magwala is a weather forecaster known for his expertise in meteorology. Recently, he was in the news discussing the heavy rain warnings issued for the Gisborne area and other parts of New Zealand, highlighting the expected rainfall and its potential impacts on the region's rivers and road conditions.
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Recent news mentions
MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala provided insights on the weather forecast for King’s Birthday weekend.
King’s Birthday weekend weather: Heavy rain and gales to hit South and North islands
New Zealand· 2026-05-28Samkelo Magwala told the Herald temperatures were forecast to remain on the hotter side today.
Weather: Forest fires force evacuations, high temperatures to remain for North IslandNew Zealand· 2026-01-11Samkelo Magwala told the Herald that a series of small fronts would affect the country during the first part of the week.
Four flights cancelled out of Auckland Airport as thick fog blankets cityNew Zealand· 2025-07-13Samkelo Magwala told the Herald a low was developing in the Tasman Sea and would move towards New Zealand.
Atmospheric river bears down on NZ, gales, rain for north, fresh deluge for storm-hit southNew Zealand· 2025-07-01
MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala provided weather updates for the long weekend.
King’s Birthday Weekend Weather: 130km/h winds and large swells hit NZNew Zealand· 2025-05-30MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala warned of a wet and windy week for most of the North Island.
Weather: Rain, thunderstorms, tornadoes, wind warnings, Auckland Harbour Bridge closures possibleNew Zealand· 2025-05-28
MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala told the Herald that the weather on Easter Sunday will continue to be severe in some places.
Vector power outages Cyclone Tam: Beach Haven streets without power for over 50 hours, thunderstorms likelyNew Zealand· 2025-04-19
MetService meteorologist Samkelo Magwala said heavy falls are still on the cards for much of the country despite the weather overall 'improving significantly'.
Cyclone Tam live updates: Civil Defence centre set up in Auckland after intense thunderstorms, floodingNew Zealand· 2025-04-18
Forecaster Samkelo Magwala told the Herald a low off the coast was bringing moisture across the eastern parts of the North Island.
MetService issues heavy rain warning for Gisborne area, up to 120mm forecastNew Zealand· 2025-02-16