Heavy rain coming in across much of the South West from lunchtime
The Met Office warns wet conditions may result in some travel disruption
A yellow weather warning is in place for heavy rain across much of the South West of England from midday (15 April)
The Met Office warns wet conditions may result in some travel disruption in places today and tomorrow - with flooding possible - as low pressure is back in charge of the forecast.
It's bringing along cooler conditions, and a yellow warning for rain from midday until noon on Wednesday.
Met Office Chief Meteorologist Matthew Lehnert said: “After a long spell of high pressure bringing dry weather and sunshine, gloomier and unsettled conditions are on the horizon. Low pressure has become established to the west of the UK bringing cloud, rain showers, and lower temperatures for many.
“More persistent and heavy rain is expected on Tuesday into early Wednesday. A low-pressure system near Portugal is of particular interest as it moves towards the UK, bringing with it potentially heavy rain and thunderstorms. We have issued a yellow warning for rain from midday on Tuesday until Wednesday afternoon. The warning covers southwest England, Wales, and the northwest of England.
“High rainfall totals are possible, but given the recent dry conditions, significant impacts are not anticipated. The situation remains under close watch, with further wet conditions anticipated on Thursday and another weather front moving in on Friday.”