Everything we know about thunderstorms set to batter parts of Wales on Monday
Everything we know about thunderstorms set to batter parts of Wales on Monday
Wales is bracing for stormy conditions, with a Met Office yellow weather warning coming into force for the entire country
People get caught in summer rain at Barry Island
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Wales is set to face stormy weather on Monday with a yellow weather warning in place for the entire country.
Following a warm weekend boasting temperatures of up to 25C in places, the weather is set for a dramatic with a 10-hour thunderstorm warning issued by the Met Office between 12pm and 10pm. The alert spreads across not only Wales but also parts of the Midlands, South West England, South East England, Cheshire, Northamptonshire and London. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here .
According to the Met Office: "Scattered thunderstorms could lead to some flooding and disruption in places on Monday.
"Whilst these will be fairly fast-moving, rain may be intense for short periods of time and produce 20-30mm in less than an hour, with 40-50mm within one to two hours in one or two places where thunderstorms grow larger.
"Lightning, hail and gusty winds will be additional hazards. Showers and thunderstorms will ease through the evening."
While the Met Office warning is in only in place until 10pm on Monday, there is also a good chance of heavy rain on Tuesday before we can enjoy a return to finer weather during the rest of this week.
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BBC weatherman Derek Brockway said: "Scattered thunderstorms tomorrow with low pressure nearby. On Tuesday afternoon there's a risk of heavy showers or thunderstorms in south and southwest Wales. Otherwise plenty more fine, warm and sunny weather to come with high pressure taking control again next week!"
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The Met Office warning covers the whole of Wales and parts of England
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The Met Office has outlined what to expect during the 10-hour thunderstorm warning period:
Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services
There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost
There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds
The forecaster added: "If you find yourself outside and hear thunder, protect yourself by finding a safe enclosed shelter (such as a car). Do not shelter under or near trees, or other structures which may be struck by lightning. If you are on an elevated area move to lower ground.
"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."
By Wednesday, Wales will see a return to sunny and warm weather, with temperatures again approaching the mid 20s in parts. According to the Met Office, the outlook for between Wednesday and Friday is as follows: "Staying fine and settled through the remainder of the week.
"Dry with plenty of sunshine by day, with clear skies overnight. Temperatures staying above average, but with some cooler nights."
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