Met Office forecasts heavy rain across UK on Tuesday, October 13

Met Office forecasts show heavy rain spreading across parts of the UK on Tuesday, October 13, with blustery winds followed by drier and brighter conditions in much of England and Wales.

Northern and western regions will see rain first, before the wet weather moves southeast through Tuesday morning.

Where rain is expected

Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and northwest England are among the regions expected to experience wet conditions overnight or early on Tuesday.

The rain will then cross England and Wales during the morning. The timing and intensity will vary by location as the band moves southeast.

Brighter conditions later on Tuesday

Much of England and Wales should see improving weather during the afternoon, with sunshine returning behind the rain.

Northern areas will remain more unsettled, with heavy showers arriving later in the day.

Mild night despite wet and windy weather

The Met Office expects a very mild Monday night, although skies will remain cloudy across many areas, with rain and drizzle.

Gales are forecast to develop across northern Scotland on Monday evening, before heavier rain reaches the northwest during the early hours.

Source: Met Office forecast updated Monday, October 12. Met Office