Auckland: Some cloud and a few sunny spells. HIGH: 22

Hamilton: A few cloudy areas and a 30% chance of a late shower. HIGH: 23

Tauranga: Mostly sunny with mild temperatures. HIGH: 22

Wellington: Any showers clearing, otherwise mostly fine. HIGH: 20

Christchurch: Plenty of sunshine and not too much wind. HIGH: 22

Dunedin: Sunnier today than yesterday. Westerly winds. HIGH: 20

Much of the country should see temperatures move into the 20s and similar warmth is expected for much of the weekend.