The Met Office weather maps reveal where the heaviest rain is expected to fall in Wales over the weekend. As a period of settled weather comes to an end, Wales is bracing for heavy showers and thunderstorms. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across the country, anticipating frequent lightning, gusty winds, large hail, and heavy rain spells.
The forecast indicates that heavy rain will develop widely across Wales on Saturday, September 21, and Sunday, September 22. The weather maps show that the south-east of Wales, including areas like Abergavenny, could experience 4-8mm of rainfall per hour by 9 am on Saturday. By 11 am, the rain will move west, affecting regions such as Builth Wells, Tregaron, Carmarthen, and Cardigan with 8-16mm of rainfall per hour in some places.
As Saturday progresses, heavy rain patches are expected in parts of Wrexham, Powys, and Monmouthshire, with up to 16-32mm of rainfall per hour. By early Saturday evening, areas like Denbighshire, Bala in Gwynedd, Llanidloes, and Builth Wells could see significant rainfall, while Anglesey remains dry. The rest of Wales will experience scattered showers.
By Sunday morning, most of Wales will be hit by heavy rain, especially in south-east Wales, Powys, and north-east Wales. Throughout Sunday, Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, and areas between Swansea and Merthyr Tydfil are expected to be in the midst of the storm. By Sunday evening, mid Wales will experience the heaviest rainfall with the weather system moving towards areas such as Machynlleth and Barmouth in the north.
As the weekend progresses, it’s vital for residents to stay updated on the changing weather conditions and plan accordingly to stay safe. The Met Office’s weather warnings and forecasts will provide valuable insights for people across Wales to prepare for the expected heavy rain and thunderstorms. Stay tuned for further updates on the weather situation in Wales.