However, Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay would be the place to be, the forecaster proclaimed. “There is a chance something may get over in southern Hawke’s Bay, but for the rest of the area, it should be quite nice.”Holden said showers were forecast for Coromandel for most of today. There is nothing particularly exciting for them, just a showery day.”In the South Island, Nelson and Tasman are forecast to see rain for most of the day. A heavy rain warning is in place for the Tasman District ranges, west of Motueka until 6am tomorrow. Peak rates of 10 to 20 mm/h expected Wednesday morning and again from Wednesday night.”New Year’s Eve cancellationsPalmerston North City Council has cancelled its New Year’s Eve event in The Square due to forecasted severe winds.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 30, 2025 16:07 UTC