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August’s Coldest Snap Hits NZ | Auckland News
A brutal cold snap has gripped the country, with Desert Road hitting a bone-chilling minus ten degrees — the coldest August night in decades. Timaru, Rotorua, Napier, and even Auckland felt the bite, with record-low temperatures since 2006. Clear skies and light winds are to blame, creating perfect conditions for frost and black ice. But relief is on the way: a warming front from the west will bring rain and milder temps early next week. Meanwhile, power grids are under strain as households crank up heaters — Transpower reports record electricity demand. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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