However, much of the North Island should be relatively fine and clear today and into tomorrow, MetService meteorologist Brian Mercer said. "The west coast of the North Island from Wellington up to the Waikato is pretty fine." Wellingtonians could expect a few light showers tonight before clearing tomorrow. The rest of the week was forecast to be similarly mild, with the North Island on an improving trend. TODAY'S FORECAST:Dunedin: Often cloudy with occasional drizzle, turning to a few showers in the afternoon.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 19, 2017 20:37 UTC