A week of wet and windy weather with with spells of sunshine is expected across Greater Manchester. Temperatures are expected to be normal for early winter. But the region will not be hit by snowfall which is expected in Scotland.
After a mixed bag of unsettled weather Friday is expected to be sunny all day across most parts of the county - quickly followed by a rain-drenched Saturday.
The Met Office says the north west will see frequent blustery showers in the afternoon, these may often be heavy with a chance of thunder. It will feel rather chilly with a maximum temperature of 10C