Parts of the UK are bracing for significant disruption today due to heavy downpours and snow, though forecasters predict a welcome shift towards much milder weather by the weekend, with temperatures potentially climbing into the teens.
A yellow weather warning for heavy rain is currently in force across a large area of southern England, stretching from Cornwall to Kent, and will remain active until 8am on Thursday. Widespread rainfall of 10-20mm is expected, with coastal areas potentially seeing up to 30mm. Dartmoor in Devon could be particularly affected, with up to 50mm of rain anticipated.