What a freezing start! Did your area hit below zero degrees this morning?
A bitterly cold night has seen temperatures drop to -7.4 degrees Celsius in the South Island
That temperature was recorded by MetService at about 8am on Friday from St Arnaud in the South Island.
Other places to record bone-chilling nights were Tekapo, at -7C, Mt Cook at -6.8C, Christchurch Airport at -3.9C, Ashburton at -4.5C and Timaru at -3.7C.
The lowest June temperature recorded at Christchurch Airport was -7.2C, while the average June daily lowest temperature was 1C. In Ashburton the lowest June temperature recorded was -7.1C and the average June daily minimum was 0.5C.
Read more about today's weather here.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.3% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.3% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.7% Keep it as is
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32.8% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.6% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
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