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A cloudy and rather dreary day. Lower and middle level cloud through the day. Areas of drizzle and misty rain at times, generally more persistent and sustained about the foothills. Light south-easterlies, tending easterly and freshen a little in the afternoon (5-10km/hr) easing at night. Cooler temperatures.

Rain developing with thick cloud cover. Rain becomes steadier through the afternoon, accompanied by extensive low and middle level cloud lingering across the area. Winds are light and variable, turning south-easterly at times (0–10km/hr) and remaining gentle into the evening. Rainfall total: 4–5mm.

A mostly fine day. Areas of high cloud drift across at times, but plenty of sunny spells feature from midday. Fresh north-north-westerly winds (20–30km/hr), with occasional stronger gusts during the afternoon. Mild temperatures.

A mainly clear day. Just a few areas of high cloud drifting across from the north-west through the afternoon, with long spells of bright sunshine. Fresh west to north-westerly winds develop, reaching 15–30km/hr and occasionally gusty in exposed places. Warm temperatures.

A partly cloudy day. Areas of high cloud shift about from late morning, becoming more extensive toward evening. Westerlies are light to moderate (10–20km/hr), tending south-easterly later with an easing breeze (10–20km/hr). Showers may develop in the evening, gradually clearing overnight. Rainfall total: 0.5–1mm.