Something to look forward to.......

Warmer, milder spring forecast
04 August 2006

A warmer-than-average and less windy spring is predicted by weather forecasters.

Though spring is typically the windiest season, this year it may have fewer windy days and less windy conditions than normal, the National Institute of Atmospheric and Water Research says.

The next three months may also bring average or above-average temperatures throughout New Zealand.

The months of August through to October are expected to bring normal rainfall. The exceptions could be the north and west of the South Island, where rainfall could be below normal, and the north and east of the North Island, where it could be above normal.