Heat mirage 

 There is an increased fire danger  in Canterbury as hot, dry conditions persist across the region following a weekend of extreme weather. 

 Daytime temperatures lower Humidity and moderate winds are forecast over the rest of the week in Canterbury.

While Canterbury and Marlborough can expect clear skies and warm temperatures for much of the week, exercise caution. Fire danger is on the rise with the beginning of summer, and it is recommended that anyone planning to light a fire or engage in activities that could cause a spark check the conditions at checkitsalright.nz first