A broad band of occasionally heavy rain will push east during Sunday, bringing a spell of around 9-12 hours of rain. The rain will set in around mid-morning and not clear until around mid-evening. The rain will be heaviest over high ground, especially over south or southwest-facing upslopes. Widely 30-40 mm of rain is expected, but in a few places nearer 50-70 mm is possible.

What Should I Do?

Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.

People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.

Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.