It’s a sweltering day in Christchurch with temperatures forecast to hit a high of 36 degrees Celsius – topping the city’s record warmest January temperature of 35.9C.
The warm weather will continue on Wednesday as well, so where do you go when you can’t stand the heat?
Here are five suggestions to get your chill on.
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Stuff reporter Mariné Lourens poses for a photo in an igloo inside the Storm Dome in the International Antarctic Centre.
International Antarctic Centre, Harewood
Start with the obvious one first. If you *really* love the cold then how about a visit to the Storm Dome? The room, already at a chilly -8C, plummets thanks to a -18C wind chill machine.
If you *really really* love the cold, then try the “Polar Plunge Challenge”, where you can experience the bracing Antarctic water.
More information at iceberg.co.nz.
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The New Brighton Beachside Playground is a mix of the traditional and new.
New Brighton Beachside Playground
If you’ve got some young ‘uns (and some big ‘uns), then you could take the family on a trip next to the New Brighton beach.
This playground is a mix of the traditional and new, with wet and dry play equipment, swings and slides, and includes a 600-kilogram “clone” whale for the paddling pool.
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Rollickin Gelato has two shops in the city.
Rollickin Gelato, New Regent Street and Cashel Street
Cooling down has never tasted so good! Local legends Rollickin’ Gelato’ whip up gelato from organic milk and real fruit sorbet in their two stores.
Grab a scoop of Superman Choc, Salty Caramel or Hokey Tokey Pokey (or maybe all three) and watch the world go by.
More details at rollickin.co.nz.
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Christchurch Adventure Park has four ziplines.
Christchurch Adventure Park Zipline
Get the cool wind in your hair while feeling the thrill of adrenaline as you descend on New Zealand’s highest and longest ziplines.
There are four for you to try, and there’s even a dual zipline so you can race to the bottom.
More details at zipchristchurch.com
Lake Rua, Roto Kohatu Reserve
There are plenty of beaches around the city to cool off in, but how about splashing about in a freshwater lake?
Swimming, dragon boating and sailing are just some of the activities at this popular spot. Just remember to swim in the marked areas only.
More details at ccc.govt.nz.