Get ready, Manchester! Stormy weather is on the way. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms today, June 18, from 11am to 9pm.
Dark, heavy clouds will dominate the skies today. Expect heavy rain showers tonight, just in time to wrap up the weather warning.
Good news for tomorrow! The thunderstorm threat will vanish, making way for sunshine and warmth. Temperatures will reach a pleasant 20°C by late afternoon.
Here's today's forecast: 11am: Overcast, 14°C 12pm: Overcast, 15°C 1pm: Overcast, 15°C 2pm: Overcast, 16°C
Afternoon update: 3pm: Overcast, 17°C 4pm: Overcast, 17°C 5pm: Cloudy, 17°C 6pm: Overcast, 17°C Umbrellas ready?
Evening forecast: 7pm: Light rain, 16°C 8pm: Heavy rain, 15°C 9pm: Cloudy, 15°C Thunderstorms will bring an electrifying end to the day!
Morning showers could be heavy with the odd rumble of thunder. It'll be bright and breezy at the coast but warm in the sunshine. Maximum temperature: 18°C.
Evening showers will dwindle, making way for a clear, cool night. By dawn, it will be dry with temperatures dropping to a chilly 8°C.
Yellow weather warnings are in place for Yorkshire, Lancashire, Cumbria, and the East Midlands from 11am to 9pm. Storms are brewing!
Expect heavy showers and thunderstorms with up to 30 mm of rain in an hour. Possible flooding, lightning strikes, and power outages could occur. Be prepared!
Driving could be tricky with spray, standing water, and hail. Train delays are also possible. Plan ahead and stay safe on the roads.
While storms hit Manchester, the rest of the UK will enjoy dry, sunny spells. London temperatures will soar above 20°C, offering a glimpse of summer.