A few showers are ahead for Central this Easter weekend, but winds should be light and temperatures will hit the high teens.

MetService spokesperson said the South Island can also expect intermittent wet weather over the next few days. 

The top of the island, particularly Nelson and Tasman, are set to cop some heavy rain from today, continuing into the weekend.

Weather warnings for the South Island were a heavy rain warning for Tasman northwest of Motueka, for 30 hours from 6pm tonight until midnight tomorrow (Friday) and a strong wind watch for Buller from 3am this morning until 3am Friday.

For the North Island sustained heavy rain and severe easterly gales are forecast resulting from tropical cyclone Tam. Those travelling or in this region are advised to keep up to date with weather warnings.

The temperatures for the long weekend in Central. PHOTO: MetService

In Central, Good Friday is forecast to have showers clearing in the afternoon, but remain cloudy with a low of 8 and a high of 17 degrees. 

Easter Sunday may be drizzly, so pack your rain coat and umbrella if you’re heading outdoors. Who is open over Easter weekend?

People travelling for the long weekend can check The Central App reports for information on the Roads and Weather

If you’re looking for local events check out the What’s On Guide

What are you doing this Easter in Central? Send in your photos and we’ll publish the best of them next week. 

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