Newport residents can prepare for a mixed forecast according to the national weather service.

Friday is set to stay predominantly dry.

With rainfall probability staying under five percent throughout most of the day, residents should make the most of the better conditions and get their outdoor grilling equipment ready for the weekend.

It will stay warm, with readings of approximately 29C expected at 4pm and 5pm, dropping to 28C by 6pm and settling at 27C by 7pm.

Saturday is shaping up to be predominantly dry as well.

Winds are forecast to be gentler, with top gusts anticipated to hit just 22mph from 10am onwards.

As for Sunday, the dry spell continues.

Those planning shopping trips on Monday should brace for rainy conditions.

Rain looks set to persist through much of the day, though temperatures will still climb to about 23C from midday forward.