The weather is shaping up nicely for those in the north on Christmas day, with several hot spots forecast to sit on 25C.
However, a patch of high pressure moving up the country means things aren't so rosy down south.
MetService meteorologist Lewis Ferris said although we're still a week out from Christmas, areas north of Taupō look like the best place to be for sunshine.
People in Auckland Central will have plenty to smile about, with the MetService extended forcast showing sunny skies and a high of 25C.
Further up north, Kaitaia is also sitting pretty with a high of 24, and Whangārei is forecast to see temperatures up to 25C.