The end of March left New Zealanders shivering as temperatures dropped sharply across the country.

This sent a warning sign that winter 2023 may not be as mild as those we’ve seen in recent years.

So what factors are influencing our weather at the moment? How cold could this winter be? And are there any affordable ways to keep your house warm when the mercury drops?

Today, NIWA meteorologist Chris Brandolino shares his insight on the frosty mid-year we seem to be heading for with Damien.

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