Weather
Mass milkfish die-off in Penrhyn raises concerns
Wednesday 3 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather
Residents of Penrhyn island are investigating the cause of a large die-off of milkfish in a local fish pond, suspecting it is related to recent extreme heat and low oxygen levels in the water.
Cook Islands Met Service staff bolster climate knowledge through workshop
Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service staff were part of a successful climate information workshop held a week ago.
Temperature soars to 32.9°C as marine heatwave lingers
Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands is experiencing its warmest weather of the year due to a marine heatwave, but the forecast predicts a return to normal weather patterns next month.
More rain expected for Rarotonga
Tuesday 12 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga is expected to experience more rain today, says the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Cook Islands weatherman Ngari retires after 40 years
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands weatherman Arona Ngari, who served as the director of the Meteorological Service for 40 years, was celebrated at a special farewell function on Thursday night.
Tropical depression brings rain, wind, and minor damage to Southern Cooks
Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather
Tropical depression brought heavy rain and strong winds to the Southern Cook Islands, causing minor damages and prompting school closures.
Rarotonga businesses ready to weather the storm
Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Business, National, Weather
People, protocols and preparation were a key focus for businesses yesterday as gale force winds lashed the north eastern side of Rarotonga.
Rarotonga on alert, schools closed
Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather
A tropical depression affecting the Cook Islands group was forecast to intensify into a category one cyclone by this morning, triggering advisories from local authorities. This morning the Ministry of Education confirmed that all schools in Rarotonga are closed but it is business as usual for others.
Heed the warnings
Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather
Police have been asked to conduct regular patrols at the harbours to remove youth swimming around the area, says Emergency Management Cook Islands director John Strickland.
Aitutaki schools closed as tropical depression looms
Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands, Weather
Schools in Aitutaki have closed following reports of an approaching tropical depression, but Emergency Management Cook Islands says the system does not pose a threat ‘at this moment’.
Community rallies to bring power back to Pukapuka
Friday 9 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather
Pukapuka island was cut off from the world for four days due to no electricity and communication, but now has restored power thanks to a barge arrival despite challenges from rough weather.
Palmerston Island braces for impact as Cyclone Osai lingers
Thursday 8 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather
Southern Cook Islands remained under threat as Tropical Cyclone Osai circled closer to Palmerston Island yesterday afternoon.
Weather office monitors another tropical cyclone
Wednesday 7 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
As Tropical Cyclone Nat (NET) decreased to a category one and moved towards Tahiti yesterday, Cook Islands Meteorological Service is monitoring another tropical cyclone.
Pa Enua calm with no reported damage
Wednesday 7 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Weather
The Gale warning previously in force for all waters to the north of the Sourthern Cooks was cancelled yesterday, issued by the Cook Islands Meteorological Services (CIMS).
Schools close as high seas hit the Pa Enua
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather
High seas surged over the shore, washing in around Tetautua School on the eastern rim of Penrhyn Island, restricting safe access for children to their classrooms.
TC Nat set to hit the Southern Cooks now cancelled
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather
The weather warning that was in force for the northern waters of the Southern Cooks is now cancelled. The public is advised to remain vigilant as the Southern Cook Islands was set to feel the brunt of Tropical Cyclone Nat (N-E-T) as it was expected to have affected Aitutaki and Mauke last night.
Cyclone warnings issued as low pressure system hits the Cooks
Sunday 4 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Weather
Official cyclone warnings have been issued as the Cook Islands braces for a bumpy ride with the weather.
Heatwave to last until April, says weather office
Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National, Weather
Cook Islands is expected to experience temperatures close to 30 degrees Celsius until April, according to the Meteorological Service.
High sea swells to subside later today, says Meteorological Service
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says the high sea swells affecting both the Northern and Southern groups are expected to calm down later today.
High sea swells warning issued
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Services issued a heavy swell warning for both the Southern and Northern Cook Islands yesterday.
