Matariki weekend is just days away - so MetService has laid out where the best spots in Aotearoa are to stargaze.
MetService has been closely monitoring the cloud cover to see which places should get an unobstructed view, but meteorologist Angus Hines said clouds may spoil the view for some stargazers.
"Central and eastern parts of both Islands ought to get a fairly clear view of the stars before sunrise, but along the West Coast, and for the upper North Island, cloud cover may spoil the view."
Hines added cloud cover is expected to extend over many other regions during Friday and not go away.
"Friday is likely to be your best chance during the long weekend if you haven't already caught a glimpse of them."
Hines is encouraging those who are brave enough to get out of the house in the morning to stargaze to layer up.
"As the morning will be tino makariri!"
He said there is a sign of change in the weather pattern for the weekend.
"The good news is that there will be some slightly milder temperatures for the weekend."
Hines encourages those who are keen to stay up to date to check the latest information at MetService.com
