Frosty starts and chilly nights forecast for parts of New Zealand
Saturday 17 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story MetService, Olivia Dean
A high-pressure system moving from the Tasman Sea will bring dry and sunny conditions to much of the country this weekend. Despite the daytime sunshine, MetService warns that temperatures are expected to drop sharply overnight, resulting in frosty starts for some regions.