Summer has well and truly moved in with large anticyclones lining up over the country for at least the next week.

WeatherWatch.co.nz says at least two large highs will bring mostly sunny and dry weather to much of New Zealand in the next five to seven days.

Despite the heavy rain in the North Island recently many areas are now drying out again – while South Island regions such as Central Otago have been desperate for rain for weeks – and highs in the mid 30s recently aren’t helping.

So when will the next significant rain event be?  WeatherWatch.co.nz believes it will be some time yet – at least 10 to 14 days, if not longer.

Long range weather charts show some heavy rain possible in Fiordland around Thursday or Friday however very little is expected elsewhere.

Meanwhile a very weak front will move up the South Island today and apart from a drop in temperatures it’s likely to only bring a shower or two.

The settled weather will be good news for those still enjoying holidays or weekends at the beach.