More flooding is expected across much of the UK as the Met Office upgraded its storm warnings to amber, with up to 80mm of rain set to fall amid the terrible wave of floods that have devastated homes and businesses.
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for much of Wales and northern England and an amber weather warning for Scotland.
But while there will be heavy showers throughout the week, meteorologists said sunny spells will break through the darkness.
The July washout is then followed by a scorching second half of August caused by an African cloud that is raising temperatures and bringing hot summer weather to British shores.
The first half of August will see mixed weather ahead of the heatwave with scattered sunbeams and persistent rain.
It comes after severe flooding yesterday caused cars to submerge in Yeovil and forced Tube stations to close, while a London hospital canceled operations and evacuated 100 inpatients.
More flooding is expected across much of the UK as the Met Office upgraded its storm warnings to amber, with up to 80mm of rain expected
Dark storm clouds hang over Sophia Gardens stadium in Cardiff during the Hundred game between Welsh Fire and Southern Brave
Steve Willington, the Met Office’s chief meteorologist, said: “Across much of the UK away from the south there are yellow warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain in the coming days.
“However, some of the strongest rain and amber warnings for thunderstorms are expected in Scotland, and rain has also been issued here.”
Meanwhile, 15 flood warnings have been announced by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency for areas including Aberdeenshire, Dundee and Angus, Fife and West Central Scotland.
Stephen Dixon, a spokesman for the Met Office, said an amber weather warning was in effect in Inverness from 6am to 6am Thursday.
A car is parked on a partially flooded street in Deptford, south east London, after a tidal wave devastated parts of Britain
Holidaymakers on the beach at the seaside resort of West Bay in Dorset enjoy the hot late afternoon sunshine amid flooding elsewhere
The July washout is then followed by a scorching second half of August caused by an African cloud that is raising temperatures and bringing hot summer weather to British shores
While there will be heavy showers throughout the week, meteorologists said sunny spells will break through the darkness
Rain has battered the UK in recent weeks, particularly in London, where areas such as Walthamstow, Woodford and Stepney Green have experienced flooding
Beachgoers made their way to West Bay in Dorset on a sunny Tuesday afternoon as some parts of the UK enjoyed rare sunshine
He said: “The rain may cause flooding and travel disruptions.
“There is potential for 80-100mm over 24 hours but more likely 60mm further across this amber range.
“There is a potential for lightning and hail in areas of Scotland.”
20 to 30mm of rain is possible in England and Wales on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Met Office said.
Mr Willington added: “There will not be heavy rain everywhere in the warning areas, rainfall amounts will vary from place to place.
“The rains could cause some flooding and surface water disturbances before easing and moving south through Thursday.”
20 to 30mm of rain is possible in England and Wales on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Met Office said
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced on Tuesday that he would do whatever it takes to tackle flooding and climate change, following a meeting with the Environment Agency, London Boroughs and other key partners
On the roads, the RAC and Highways England have advised drivers to exercise caution in the rain following torrential downpours
It rained for almost a month in the capital on Sunday, flooding houses, streets and subway stations, while a flooded hospital canceled all surgeries and outpatient appointments on Monday due to the heavy rain
Rain has battered the UK in recent weeks, particularly in London, where areas such as Walthamstow, Woodford and Stepney Green have experienced flooding.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced on Tuesday that he would do whatever it takes to tackle flooding and climate change, following a meeting with the Environment Agency, London Boroughs and other key partners.
He said: “Through the new London plan we are now reducing the risk of surface water flooding with every new development, but whether it’s prioritizing more green space to absorb excess water or more into upgrading our drainage and sewage infrastructure Investing in dealing with the effects of climate change is something that cannot wait another day.’
On the roads, the RAC and Highways England have advised drivers to be cautious in the rain.
They warned motorists to leave a larger than normal gap between the cars in front of them when stopping.
