Isle of Wight weather warnings for heavy rain in force

Both are 'be aware' yellow warnings.

A national Met Office is warning of rain, in place until 6am tomorrow.

It says we should expect periods of heavy rain, bringing the possibility of some disruption, particularly to transport. 

• Read the national Met Office Isle of Wight weather warning in full HERE

The warning reads: "A couple of bands of rain, heavy in places, will push northwards across southern England and South Wales today and early tomorrow.

"Whilst a drier interlude is likely for a time during the middle part of today, many places in the warning area will see 15-25 mm of rain accumulate during this period.

"However, some higher ground areas of southern England and south Wales could see as much as 35-45 mm of rain."

Meanwhile, the Isle of Wight Met Service says multiple spells of heavy rain will affect the Island.

• Read the local Isle of Wight Met Service's weather warning in full HERE

Its warning runs until 8am tomorrow.

The heaviest of the rain is likely to fall during the rush hour this morning, which may lead to additional hazards, says forecaster Jamie Russell.

A third spell of rain will move in later this afternoon, evening and overnight, bringing a further 15-20mm of rainfall across many areas, he adds.

"The total 48-hour accumulation of rainfall is likely to be in excess of 50mm — well over half the average rainfall for February."

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