The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across 19 regions in the UK, affecting the south of England, parts of Wales, and areas including London, Portsmouth, Southampton, Bristol, Bath, and Cardiff. The warning is in effect from 8pm on Easter Sunday until just before midnight, anticipating 20-30 mm of rainfall over a brief period. This weather poses a risk of flash flooding, particularly in areas with sensitive river levels such as Somerset, Dorset, and Gloucestershire, following Storm Nelson’s impact.

Forecasters warn that the heavy showers could lead to challenging driving conditions, disrupt public transport services, and potentially cause road flooding. The Met Office advises residents to prepare for possible travel disruptions, suggesting that drivers reduce their speed, maintain a safe distance between vehicles, and be cautious of slippery surfaces.

Easter Monday, a popular day for leisure travel, is expected to see around 2.01 million car journeys, with the RAC and Inrix predicting peak travel delays between 10am and noon. Despite the unsettled conditions in the south, northern England and Scotland are forecasted to experience drier and sunnier weather.

The Met Office stresses the importance of staying informed about the latest weather updates, planning journeys in advance, and taking necessary precautions to ensure safety during the ongoing bout of stormy weather anticipated to last over the next fortnight.