New Zealand remains in a “high-pressure sandwich” which means high-pressure dominates through central areas while a few showers affect the far north and the lower south.

Humidity has also eased for now in the north.

The next few days look dry for most regions – but shower risks remain at the top and bottom of the nation.

We’re also monitoring a developing and concerning ‘big dry’ around the lower North Island in particular.

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