Heavy rain is the story across Monmouthshire and the surrounding countryside today. The morning will see the worst of the rain, with the heaviest downpours expected between 08:00 and 20:00. Temperatures will struggle to rise above 11°C in the morning, with a gentle breeze from the south. It will feel more like 8°C in the wind, so wrap up warm if you're out and about.
The afternoon will bring a high of around 15°C, but it will feel cooler in the blustery conditions. Rain is expected throughout the day, with the heaviest showers likely in the afternoon. The wind will pick up, with gusts reaching 40 mph at times. It will be a good day to stay indoors if possible, as the combination of heavy rain and strong winds will make it uncomfortable to be outside.
The evening will see temperatures dip to around 11°C, with the rain easing slightly but still falling steadily. The wind will remain strong, with a peak gust of 47 mph expected between 19:00 and 20:00. It will feel more like 7°C in the wind, so make sure to wear warm layers if you need to be outside.
Overnight, the rain will ease to light showers, with temperatures dropping to a low of around 10°C. The wind will remain strong, with gusts up to 44 mph possible. It will feel more like 6°C in the wind, so make sure to keep warm if you're out and about early on Sunday morning.