A yellow weather warning is in force as the region braces for heavy rain. ‘Some disruption is likely’, warns the Met Office, with downpours are expected from 3pm today (Saturday) to 6pm tomorrow.
The yellow weather warning comes with guidance that bus and train services will probably be affected with journey times taking longer, spray and flooding on roads will likely make journey times longer, the ‘flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely’, and some interruption to power supplies and other services is likely.
The yellow weather warning covers much of the country, stretching from Cornwall and across the south coast all the way up through the north west and to the north east, missing only Scotland. Network Rail has warned that there could be flooding on the tracks as the rain moves in this afternoon. Network Rail has urged passengers to check if their train is still running.
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This is the latest forecast for Greater Manchester over the next few days, according to the Met Office.
Today:
A cloudy day with some drizzle or light showers and mist at times, especially around coasts and over hills. Perhaps a few brighter interludes into the afternoon alongside a strengthening breeze. Another mild day on offer. Maximum temperature 13 °C.
Tonight:
Drizzly skies will soon be replaced by outbreaks of heavy rain this evening. This clearing eastwards overnight leaving behind cloudy skies and spots of drizzle. Easing winds. Staying mild overnight. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
Sunday:
Often cloudy with perhaps the occasional sunny break developing later though with showers breaking out during the afternoon. Light winds and temperatures remaining above average. Maximum temperature 12 °C.
Outlook for Monday to Wednesday:
Staying mild with occasional sunny spells. A few showers are possible on Monday, these perhaps heavy at times. Rain followed by showers on Tuesday and unsettled Wednesday. Breezy at times.
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