A yellow warning for rain has been issued for parts of Scotland
The Met Office has warned heavy rain and gales will batter much of the UK today, with winds of up to 55mph expected.
The weather front is working its way towards the UK from the west and will bring rain firstly to northern and western parts of the UK, reaching the rest of the UK by the evening.Chief meteorologist Andy Page said: "During Monday, the band of rain will gradually move east across the UK. Within the warning area we can expect to see 25 to 35mm of rain, with some of the wettest areas receiving up to 60mm. The rain will be accompanied by strong southerly winds.
The Met Office said: "Turning windier this afternoon with gales possible on some Irish Sea coasts later. Rain in the west spreading slowly east with heavier bursts in places. Rather cool in the northwest but feeling warm in the sunshine in eastern England."
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