An extended period of dry weather in the UK has ended, with heavy and thundery showers continuing to move across the country and a risk of flash flooding from further downpours.
The change marks a shift away from the recent dry conditions, as unsettled weather brings bursts of heavy rain rather than a continuation of the dry spell. The showers are described as thundery, meaning some rainfall may be intense where it develops.
The forecast indicates that the wet weather is affecting the UK broadly, with downpours continuing to sweep across the country. No specific locations, timings or rainfall totals were provided in the supplied information.
The main concern highlighted is the potential for flash flooding. That risk is linked to the continuing heavy showers, particularly where downpours are intense over a short period.
The latest position is that the dry spell has come to an end and unsettled conditions remain in place. Further heavy, thundery showers are expected to continue, with the risk of flash flooding still present while the downpours persist.
