Issued: 0530hrs Thursday 12th March 2026
Duty forecaster: Fil

A mixed day

A band of rain across the northwest will steadily spread southeastwards through the day, turning heavy at times as it moves across parts of England and Wales. Behind this rain band, brighter conditions will develop across the northwest, though these will be accompanied by frequent showers. Some of these showers may turn wintry even down to lower levels, especially across northern hills. Highs of 12C in the south but 7C in the north.

Outbreaks of rain will affect England and Wales through the evening, gradually clearing eastwards overnight into Friday. Meanwhile, across northwestern areas, heavy showers will continue, with some turning wintry even down to lower levels and giving slight accumulations on higher ground. Minimum temperatures at 7C in the southeast but 1C in the northwest.

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