Weekend Weather: Sunny and Warm; Rain Forecast for Next Week

Hot and sunny weather is expected across New Zealand this weekend, with Auckland and Wānaka reaching 26°C, while Canterbury experiences rising temperatures due to northwesterly winds. Ashburton could see highs of 30°C on Sunday, according to MetService meteorologist Alec Holden. However, this warm spell will be brief, as rain is forecast to hit the South Island next week. Overall, the weekend weather will be pleasant for most, except for cloudy conditions in Hawke’s Bay and the east coast of the South Island.

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