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Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Hit UK Later Today

Strategic Insights

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Brits have been warned of heavy rain and "strong winds" set to hit later today, with up to 60mm of rain expected in affected areas. A time lapse video shows what to expect, with rain starting at around 2pm and lasting until midnight. The Met Office has put out a yellow warning for people in the region affected. Despite the rain, temperatures will remain fairly high, at around 16C, while in the south it will be around 23C.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for heavy rain and strong winds, affecting the UK from 2pm to midnight.
  • Up to 60mm of rain is expected in affected areas, with some areas receiving between 25-35mm.
  • The rain will be accompanied by strong southerly winds.
  • Temperatures will remain high, at around 16C in the north and 23C in the south.
  • Andy Page, Chief Meteorologist with the Met Office, expects the rain to gradually move east across the UK during Monday.
  • The rain should clear to the east by midnight.
  • Residents are advised to check road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, to avoid delays.
  • The heaviest rain is expected in southwest Scotland, with a Yellow weather warning in place from 2pm until the end of the day.
  • Tuesday will see a temporary return to bright and breezy conditions with scattered showers, some of which will be heavy.
  • Hurricane Ernesto has been downgraded to a Tropical Storm but is expected to briefly regain strength tomorrow.
  • The former hurricane will weaken before reaching the UK, but will still have a lot of energy.

Statistics:

  • Up to 60mm of rain expected in affected areas
  • 25-35mm of rain expected widely
  • 50-60mm possible in wettest spots
  • Strong southerly winds expected
  • Temperatures: 16C in the north, 23C in the south
  • Duration of heavy rain: 2pm to midnight
  • Yellow weather warning in place for southwest Scotland
  • Time of clearance: Midnight

Sources:

  • Met Office
  • Andy Page, Chief Meteorologist, Met Office
  • Tony Wisson, Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Met Office

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