NARRATOR: The city will be smothered by a thick, tepid haze today, stewing its inhabitants in 18 degrees of humidity.

Moisture clings to every fibre and follicle as you push your way through the close and stagnant air, longing for the sharp relief of the southerly’s bite.

ANNCR: That was the weather brought to you by the Auckland Writers Festival, 13th to 17th May. Book now online.