A heavy rain warning is in place for part of Westland, with a heavy rain watch also in force for river spillover in areas of Canterbury as a rain band crosses the South Island. Image / MetServiceA heavy rain warning is in place for part of Westland, with a heavy rain watch also in force for river spillover in areas of Canterbury as a rain band crosses the South Island. Image / MetServiceHolidaymakers making the most of the Easter long weekend can expect dreary weather, with a heavy rain warning in place for areas in the Westland district and a heavy rain watch for parts of Canterbury. MetService meteorologist Michael Pawley told the Herald most of the country will be relatively gloomy today, with conditions expected to be particularly soggy in the south. “In general, it’s looking pretty wet for the South Island,” he said.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 03, 2026 19:04 UTC