A front is moving eastwards across the South Island overnight. Image / weatherwatch.co.nzAuckland is tipped to cool down but won't experience gales as harsh as those in the South Island. In the South Island today, Kaikoura is the hot spot with 28C. The front is expending its energy in the South Island, and central New Zealand - Wellington, Wairarapa - are bearing the brunt of the strong winds. Severe weather warnings have been issued.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 17, 2021 05:26 UTC