# Record Cold Snap Hits NZ | Christchurch News

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-07-28T00:33:40+00:00
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The country’s bracing for a brutal cold snap, with temperatures plummeting to record lows across the nation — including negative seven point seven Celsius in Waioru and Hamilton hitting its coldest reading of the year. Clear skies and light winds are to blame, letting heat escape overnight and chilling inland valleys hardest. Power demand hit an all-time high as people crank up heaters, but Transpower’s grid is holding strong. A warming front arrives Wednesday, promising relief — especially for the South Island — with northerly winds set to lift temperatures by the end of the week. Bundle up, stay warm, and wait for spring to return. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3d57b0870ad16114

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