Met Office has extended its yellow weather warning for rain in Wales, with the country bracing for 27 hours of heavy rainfall. Originally set to last from 6 pm until 12 pm on Wednesday, the warning has now been pushed back to 9 pm, with areas of heavy rain expected to develop and move north across the warning area. Many places are projected to receive around 10-20 mm of rain, with some locations possibly experiencing up to 50-80 mm of rain within 6 hours, particularly in parts of southwest England and south Wales. Isolated thunderstorms are also a possibility in the southern region of the warning area, with lightning posing an additional risk.
The warning coverage includes 20 areas in Wales such as Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, and parts of Gwynedd, Powys, and Conwy. The Met Office Chief Meteorologist, Matthew Lehnert, highlighted that warm air from the south will lead to temperatures rising above average despite cloudy conditions. Southeast England could see temperatures reaching 20 or 21°C, with most parts of the UK expecting temperatures in the mid to high teens. The warm and humid air mass accompanying this weather front will bring a risk of heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms, warranting the yellow National Severe Weather Warnings issued for parts of the UK.
The warning period has been extended to cover the majority of Wales for 27 hours, with the forecast outlining the potential impact on various regions. This news comes amidst a series of weather-related alerts issued by the Met Office, prompting residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions against potential flooding and travel disruptions. Stay tuned for updates on the developing weather situation in Wales.
This article was originally published on WalesOnline.