Rain is the story across Petersfield and the surrounding area this morning. The day starts with heavy rain, easing to light rain in the afternoon. Temperatures hover near 12°C, and a blustery wind from the east-north-east makes it feel a little cooler. The rain is set to fall steadily through the day, with a total of around 8mm expected from 06:00 Tuesday to 06:00 Wednesday. The heaviest rain falls in the morning, with a peak gust of around 22mph expected around 04:00-05:00.
The afternoon brings a slight easing of the rain, with just a light shower likely at times. The wind remains blustery, and the temperature stays near 12°C. It's a good day to stay indoors or, if you must go out, to dress in waterproof layers and be prepared for wet conditions. The UV index is low, so sun protection is not a concern today.
As evening falls, the rain clears to leave partly cloudy skies. The temperature dips to around 8°C, and the wind remains blustery. Overnight, the temperature falls to a low of around 7°C, with a light rain possible. The wind picks up again, with a peak gust of around 34mph expected around 04:00-05:00. The UV index is very low overnight, so there's no need for sun protection.