Met Office ‘thundershower’ warning for Coventry

“Thunder showers” could hit Coventry and Warwickshire today, the Met Office has warned. In the most up-to-date forecast online, weather experts said that while today (May 6) started dry and sunny, showers are on the way.

Scattered showers, it says, will be “locally heavy with a risk of thunder.” However, temperatures will remain warm.

Forecasters say it will “feel warm” in the sun following what has been a sunny weekend in our region. Tomorrow (May 7) will be “less showery” than today, with maximum temperatures set at 18C.

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The latest online forecasts from the Met Office for this week so far are as follows:

Today

Rather cloudy, but with some bright or sunny spells, especially in the afternoon, although between scattered showers. These are locally heavy with a risk of thunderstorms. Sensation of heat in the sun. Maximum temperature 18C.

This evening

Showers ease this evening leaving a dry night with a few clear spells. Generally mild, although colder during extended clear spells with some mist and fog. Minimum temperature 8C.

Tuesday

A bright start, then mostly a fine dry day with some warm sunshine. The odd shower is possible in the afternoon, although fewer showers than on Monday. Maximum temperature 19C.

Outlook Wednesday through Friday

High pressure dominates the weather this week, bringing stable conditions and plenty of dry weather. Very hot sun and light winds. Light overnight with some fog possible.

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