Heavy rain is the story across Okehampton and the surrounding area today. The day starts with heavy rain in the morning, with temperatures near 10°C and windy conditions. It will feel more like 6°C in the breeze, so wrap up warm. The rain will continue through the afternoon, with temperatures near 15°C and blustery conditions. It will feel more like 10°C in the breeze, so a waterproof jacket is essential. The rain will ease into the evening, with temperatures near 13°C and windy conditions. It will feel more like 8°C in the breeze, so a warm layer will be needed. Overnight, the rain will ease to light showers, with temperatures lows about 10°C and blustery conditions. It will feel more like 5°C in the breeze, so a warm layer will be needed.
The rain is expected to be heavy throughout the day, with a total of around 35 millimetres expected between 07:00 Saturday and 06:00 Sunday. The heaviest rain is expected in the afternoon, with around 19 millimetres expected. The wind will be coming from the south-south-west, with gusts up to 48 miles per hour expected in the evening. The UV index is expected to be low, so sun protection is not needed.
The rain is expected to ease overnight, with light showers expected. The wind will remain blustery, with gusts up to 41 miles per hour expected. The temperature will drop to lows about 9°C, so a warm layer will be needed. The UV index is expected to be low, so sun protection is not needed.