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Windward districts

Windward districts

Prevailing westerly winds bring moisture-laden air to the exposed coasts of western and southern New Zealand. The climate is cool and damp.

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Matt McGlone. 'Ecoregions', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 25-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/ecoregions/6/1