North East weather: Hour-by-hour forecast for Thursday…

North East weather: Hour-by-hour forecast for Thursday and Friday according to the Met Office

While Newcastle and its surrounding areas have been blessed by beautiful bouts of sunshine this week, it seems as the tides will turn as the weekend rolls in - with clouds and even rain expected.

Thursday's forecast looks to be dull from start to finish, with thick white clouds fogging the skies above the Tyne. A grey tint will also show in these come late morning and mid-afternoon.

For Thursday, the Met Office says: "Cloudy Thursday with outbreaks of light rain throughout, rain more continuous across the Pennines and Cheviot Hills. Light winds during the day but becoming windy overnight.

"Maximum temperature 11 °C."

And it looks to be more of the same come Friday - with clouds anticipated from start to finish according to weather experts at the Met Office. Although, a sunny spell will come at the turn of noon, even if only momentarily.

The Met Office has also issued a yellow weather warning for wind come Friday - which will be in place from 6.00am until 6pm. The Met Office explains:

"There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris
There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected. High-sided vehicles may be particularly prone in this set-up.
There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close
There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties."