New Zealand is coming to the end of El Niño but as we go through April there may not be any sudden changes, warns WeatherWatch.co.nz.

The weather organisation says Autumn’s weather pattern is quite similar to a fading El Niño – ie, more westerly driven weather and high pressure zones still exiting Australia.

"The silver lining this month is that we expect more lows and cold fronts mixing into NZ’s weather. It may not bring the relief everyone needs but it will still likely bring some rain around both islands which, over the next 15 days, should bring some relief.

"We discuss the set up of El Niño and how we’re transitioning to “Neutral” as we head into the next few months ahead. 

"Don’t expect any sudden changes – but more chaos/mess in the forecast usually is better for those in need of rain. We do see more chances this month – but whether or not NZ’s mountains and ranges allow it to line up with your property is another thing. We try our best to tackle that issue.

"Temperature-wise we expect a few cold mornings due to the highs rolling through – but the westerly lean to our weather may keep temperatures still leaning above normal for this time of year."

Watch the video above the the April outlook.