Heavy rain is set to impact much of the UK on Wednesday and Thursday, leading to potential flooding and travel disruptions.
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for north Wales and northwest England, including Liverpool and Manchester, effective from noon on Wednesday for 24 hours. This warning indicates that heavy, persistent rain could cause flooding and disruption.
A yellow rain warning covers northern England, the Midlands, and parts of north and mid-Wales until 6 am on Thursday. This warning extends south to areas around Norwich and Bath.
Additionally, Scotland will be under a yellow rain warning from noon on Wednesday to 6 pm on Thursday, affecting the south and east of the country.
Yellow warnings were issued for rain and thunderstorms across various UK regions through Thursday.On Wednesday, a yellow warning for thunderstorms will be in effect along much of the south coast of England from 8 am to 7 pm. This includes the possibility of scattered showers, spray on roads, and sudden flooding. Heavy, thundery showers could bring 30-40mm of rain within three hours to the south of England.
According to Met Office meteorologist Alex Burkill, significant rainfall is expected throughout Wednesday, with some regions receiving 30-40mm and others potentially seeing 60-80mm.
There is a slight chance that upland areas could receive up to 150mm of rain. The heavy rain is linked to a low-pressure system moving in from central Europe.
Chief meteorologist Andy Page noted that areas exposed to strong northerly winds are likely to experience the highest rainfall.
Northern regions will remain wet and cloudy on Thursday, while southern areas should see drier and brighter conditions later in the week. Bank Holiday Monday is expected to be mostly dry and warm, though isolated showers are still possible.