Showers are expected to continue throughout the morning but should clear by this afternoon.
MetService said there was a strong southwest wind for Rotorua bringing with it heavy showers.
The temperature is predicted to reach 12C but a chilly overnight low of 0C.
Tomorrow is set to be mainly fine with a high of 15C and a low of 7C.
Meanwhile snow has closed the Desert Road this morning and drivers are being advised by NZ Transport Agency to take alternative routes.
