It will be a cloudy but dry start to the day, with 3 degrees at 8am, warming to a high of 13 degrees by 2pm.
A slight easterly breeze can be expected throughout the afternoon.
Commuters driving between Christchurch central city and eastern suburbs can expect a 15 to 25 minute commute.
Driving between the city and southern suburbs could take commuters 10 to 19 minutes.
Expect traffic delays along Glandovey Rd ending at Idris St intersection.