UK weather maps show exact time violent thunderstorms and rain to batter nation

New weather forecast maps show a deluge day incoming for most of the UK this week, with heavy rain, some hail, and a massive band of thunder streaking across every home nation

The forecast shows it will mostly be dry during the day before the rain moves in and covers the country later on

NewsLocal NewsBirmingham weatherBirmingham is facing heavy rain this week11:39, 18 Aug 2026Brummies are set for a drenching as a fresh wave of heavy rain moves in, with weather forecasters warning of unsettled conditions hitting Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.‌According to the latest Met Office predictions, wet

Heavy rain and thundery showers are forecast across the North West

Met Office weather forecasters central and south-eastern parts of England – both among the many areas in drought following the recent hot spells – are particularly likely to see showers