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Sunday swelter: Parts of NZ reach 30C but severe gales to hit
Temperatures will be "above average" for the North Island to start the week.
Temperatures will be "above average" for the North Island to start the week.
More than 1100 families have been moved to evacuation centres.
New Zealand recorded its hottest day in over three years yesterday, almost reaching 37C.
Health officials warn people to stay cool and hydrated.
Forecasters warn heavy showers and thunderstorms might 'enhance' gusts.
People are being warned that damaging gusts may bring down trees and powerlines.
Temperatures are forecast to remain in the high 20s over the weekend and into next week.
Rain should start in upper North Island later Saturday evening, then set in for weekend.
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Blenheim, Masterton and Hamner Springs each topped 30C.
A stifling 98 per cent humidity will make the day feel hotter than the 27C forecast.
Auckland to reach highs of 27C, 26C every day till next Monday. High humidity to return.
The South Island is forecast to have the best weather in coming days.
Bad weather tomorrow follows a sunny, sweltering day today with Hastings reaching 33C.
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Multiple regions in the South Island are set to reach temperatures of more than 30C.
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