Drivers travelling across the South Island could be met with snow-covered roads this morning with a heavy downfall forecast.
Warnings are in place for several alpine passes, and up to four centimetres of snow is expected to settle on some roads.
With a second cold front expected to bring snow to sea level in Christchurch this afternoon, Waka Kotahi says drivers should take extra care.
South Island journey manager Tresca Forrester spoke to Corin Dann.
