Josie Smith and Quincee, 5, of New Brighton, at Waimairi Beach.

Star News is your eyes on the streets of Christchurch during the lockdown.

Tuesday was all about sun, fun and fine weather as bubbles of people hit their nearest beach for some socially distanced exercise and relaxation.

Christchurch city hit a high of 20 deg C by 1pm today, while Kaikōura was the warmest spot in the country on 21 deg C.

A MetService spokesman said it is a beautiful day in Canterbury today, with just enough high cloud thrown in the mix to make them think of rainbow ice cream.

Stan Tawa and grandchildren Taniela Tawa, 3, Hakaumotu Tawa, 5, and Mahutonga Tawa, 6, at North Beach.

Sandy Sladen, of Parklands, takes a break from gardening with her dog Ruby.

Surfing is not recommended under level 4.

The sun was out at Waimairi Beach.

New Brighton Beach.

Sumner Beach.

A ship near Sumner Beach.

Photos: Geoff Sloan