Mild temperatures are expected across Central today, but MetService warns people to enjoy it while it lasts.

Alexandra’s predicted high for today is 15 degrees Celsius, but by Sunday the mercury isn’t expected to get any higher than 9C.

Sunny days experienced across Central over the past week will also make way for showers on Sunday, before becoming more persistent on Monday.

Parts of Central, including Alexandra, have enjoyed mild temperatures over recent days. PHOTO: The Central App

By Sunday and Monday overnight temperatures are expected to drop to -3 and -4C, respectively, following what has been much milder evening temperatures over the past few days, which have fluctuated between 1C and 3C.

MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane said from Sunday afternoon and into Monday, colder, showery southwesterlies would also bring the possibility of snowfall to inland areas of the South Island. 

“This is an early heads up to farmers with young stock, as well as road users who might be travelling along some of those elevated roads and mountain passes. Into next week, however, there is a chance the snow could go down to lower levels for places like Southland and Otago,” she said.

While the South Island gets plunged back down to cold temperatures by the end of the weekend, the east of the North Island will see a period of warmer-than-average temperatures from Thursday to Sunday, ranging from 17 to 21°C.

“Although these temperatures are reminiscent of warmer seasons, the combination of cloud, rain, and wind will remind us that winter isn't over just yet,” Mmathapelo said.