Met Office reveals when Lancashire's wet weather could finally ease
Lancashire residents hoping for a break from the recent deluge may have to wait a little longer, as forecasters warn more rain and strong winds are on the way.
According to the Met Office, Tuesday (February 24) will start cloudy and breezy with patchy light rain, particularly across western parts of the county including Blackpool and the Fylde coast.
Some brighter spells are possible later in the day, especially further east towards Preston and East Lancashire, where it will also feel very mild.
Temperatures are expected to reach a high of 13C, with overnight lows of 8C.
Wednesday will be another very mild but largely cloudy day, with outbreaks of rain again most likely in western areas. Temperatures could peak at 14C.
However, forecasters say it will turn cooler and more unsettled from Thursday onwards, with further rain and strong winds possible at times.
Day-by-day forecast:
- Thursday: Highs of 12C, lows of 8C.
- Friday: Cooler, with highs of 10C and overnight temperatures dropping to 3C.
- Saturday: Highs around 9C.
- Sunday: Slightly milder again, reaching 11C.
Looking further ahead from Saturday, February 28 into early March, changeable conditions are expected as Atlantic weather systems continue to move across the UK.
The Met Office says rainfall will typically be heaviest in the north west, meaning Lancashire is likely to see its fair share, while more sheltered eastern areas may see slightly drier interludes.
There is also a chance of snow over higher ground in the north during colder spells.
While drier and more settled periods could develop later in the forecast period, especially in eastern areas, winds are likely to be strong at times with a risk of gales.
Temperatures overall are expected to remain near or slightly above average for the time of year.