Parts of the South Island's east coast is set for a scorching day, with temperatures nearly reaching 30°C.
MetService says northwesterly winds and sunny conditions are driving the hot temperatures.
Blenheim was forecast to reach 29°C, while Christchurch was set to reach 28°C, Ashburton 27°C and Timaru 25°C.
Further south, Dunedin was set to reach a high of just 19°C.
Heavy rain was forecast for Southland, but by 8.13pm the rain had eased and the watches were lifted.
A cold front will see temperatures along the east coast dip on Monday.
- Allied Media
