A NICE COLD FRONT TO START THE WEEKEND

The cold front to start this weekend is a welcome type of cold front, brings some rain but shouldn’t cause too many issues. Rain will be heavy in the west but it won’t be as bad as some heavy rain the West Coast has had lately. Still, streams will rise so if planning any outdoor activities please take precautions. Eastern regions get rain too in manageable quantities. To find out how much rain might be due for your location please visit ruralweather.co.nz and use the search function.

SUNDAY AND MONDAY SETTLED FOR THE SOUTH ISLAND

A ridge of high pressure lies over the South Island on Sunday and Monday bringing mainly settled conditions, on Sunday however there will be showers for Nelson / Marlborough that clear away in the afternoon.

EASTERLY QUARTER AIRFLOW WEDNESDAY THROUGH TO SATURDAY

Wednesday through to Saturday next week an easterly quarter airflow lies over New Zealand, generally this means some cloud, risk of a shower and cooler temperatures in the east. Out west expect sunnier and warmer weather.