20-02-2024 Weather in Cornwall – Yellow Weather Warning Issued From Midnight

What to Expect:

The forecast predicts heavy rain that is likely to result in challenging conditions across affected areas. Key concerns include:

• Spray and Flooding on Roads: The anticipated rainfall is expected to cause spray and flooding on roads, leading to longer journey times for commuters. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and plan for additional travel time.
• Interruption to Services: There may be some interruption to power supplies and other essential services. Residents are advised to prepare for possible outages and stay informed on the status of local services.
• Property Damage: A few homes and businesses are at risk of being flooded. Property owners are encouraged to take necessary precautions to mitigate the risk of water damage.
• Public Transport Delays: Bus and train services are likely to be affected, with journeys taking longer than usual. Passengers are advised to check the status of their routes before travelling and consider alternative arrangements if needed.

The MET Office is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as necessary. Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and minimise the impact of the heavy rainfall.

South West England Weather Forecast

Tuesday 20 Feb – Saturday 24 Feb

Headline:

Breezy and often cloudy today and staying mild.

Today:

It will be a breezy and mostly cloudy day though a few brighter spells are possible. Some rain reaching the north of the region by around dusk. Staying mild for February. Maximum temperature 13 °C.

Tonight:

A damp evening with patchy rain and drizzle. Heavier and more widespread rain developing overnight perhaps leading to localised flooding by the morning. Becoming windy with coastal gales possible. Mild. Minimum temperature 8 °C.

Wednesday:

A wet and windy morning with heavy rain and coastal gales. The rain easing by lunchtime and turning much drier and brighter through the afternoon. Winds easing but staying breezy. Maximum temperature 13 °C<

Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:

Remaining unsettled with further rain or showers throughout the period. A small risk of some heavier rain and strong winds moving across the region later Saturday. Feeling colder.

Updated: 04:00 (UTC) on Tue 20 Feb 2024.