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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Public Journal weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
If you live in the South West, prepare for a wet and windy spell from Thursday evening, with a Met Office yellow warning for rain covering much of Devon, Cornwall and Somerset until Friday afternoon. Localised flooding and travel disruption are likely.
What areas are affected and when?
The warning runs from 6pm Thursday to 3pm Friday, with the heaviest rain expected overnight. Coastal communities from Penzance to Exmouth, and inland areas including Exeter and Taunton, could see 30-50mm of rain widely, with up to 70mm on high ground. Strong south-westerly winds may add to the hazard, particularly along exposed stretches of the north Devon and Cornwall coast.
What should I do?
Check your flood risk locally and avoid driving through standing water. The Environment Agency has issued several flood alerts for rivers in the region. With ground already saturated from recent wet weather, surface water flooding is the main concern. For a full outlook, see our 10 Day Weather Forecast UK and the Moderate Rainfall Warning page.
Will this be a storm to hit Britain this weekend?
While not a named storm, the low-pressure system bringing this rain will be vigorous. A separate storm to hit Britain this weekend is possible, with further warnings likely for Sunday. Keep an eye on the UK weather hub for updates.
Is there a Met Office snow warning for the South West?
No snow is forecast with this system. The warning is for rain only. However, colder air may arrive next week, so check the Cold Weather Payment Checker if temperatures drop.
What is the south west weather 14 day forecast?
After Friday, a drier but chilly weekend is likely, followed by further unsettled conditions early next week. For the full picture, see the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK and the weather warnings today page.
Will the warning extend into tomorrow?
The current warning expires at 3pm Friday. However, a south west weather warning tomorrow for wind cannot be ruled out, so check the latest updates before travelling.