Rain is the story across Newton Abbot and the surrounding area this Thursday. The day starts with light rain, but it will soon turn heavy, with a high of around 14°C. The rain will be persistent, with heavy showers likely at times. A strong south-south-westerly wind will make it feel cooler than the temperature suggests, so wrap up warm if you're heading out.
The afternoon will see the heaviest rain, with showers likely at times. Temperatures will hover around 14°C, but the strong wind will make it feel more like 12°C. The rain will be relentless, so expect surface water and potential flooding in low-lying areas. The wind will pick up, with gusts reaching up to 26mph, so take care if you're out and about.
As evening falls, the rain will continue to pour, with showers likely at times. Temperatures will dip to around 13°C, but the wind will make it feel cooler. The strongest gusts of the day are expected between 9pm and 10pm, reaching up to 44mph, so be prepared for some blustery conditions. The rain will ease slightly overnight, but it will still be wet and windy, with lows about 8°C.
The rain will continue into the early hours of Friday morning, with showers likely at times. The wind will ease slightly, but it will still be blustery, with gusts up to 38mph. The UV index will be low, so sun protection is not a concern. The rain will clear by Friday morning, but it will be a wet and windy start to the day.