The Whanganui region can expect a few spots of rain during the next week but will miss the worst of the wet weather forecast for other parts of the North Island.
Metservice meteorologist April Clark said an approaching low-pressure system meant there was likely to be a lot of high cloud with fairly mild temperatures during the next week, with fine spells increasing.
"Because there is an easterly flow bringing the rain your region will be largely sheltered by the Ruahine Ranges," she said.
"The forecast is for highs ranging from 13C on Wednesday to 18C on Sunday.
"You can expect nighttime lows of 6-8C, which is pretty good for winter.
