The North East is in for a cloudy end to the week and an unsettled start to the bank holiday weekend, with sunshine and showers as the nation marks the coronation of King Charles this Saturday.
According to the latest weather forecast from the Met Office, after brisk winds and outbreaks of rain overnight Friday will get off to a cloudy start in the region, with showers expected that could turn heavy and thundery later in the day. Winds will generally be light, with temperatures hitting highs of 15°C.
Low cloud is set to linger around the coasts Saturday, with sunny spells and showers further inland, while the early forecast for Sunday and Monday suggests it will be largely cloudy with outbreaks of rain throughout. Here's an hour-by-hour breakdown what the weather looks like in Newcastle over the next two days.