Wiltshire braced for heavy rain as 'danger to life' warning issued for UK

Heavy rain is forecast to hit Wiltshire amid yellow and amber weather warnings being issued.

A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place south of Wiltshire and will remain so until 7pm on Wednesday, May 22.

North of the county a yellow weather warning for rain is in force until noon on Thursday, May 23.

Elsewhere an amber weather warning has been issued in the north west where fast flowing or deep floodwater is expected, causing "danger to life".

In Wiltshire, rain is forecast to fall throughout Wednesday with bouts of heavy rain broken up by light showers.

Weather warnings in place near Wiltshire (Image: Met Office)

The rain is expected to be heavier in the north of the county, with Swindon forecast to receive some of the worst downpours between 3pm and 5pm.

Showers should be lighter in the south and west of the county, with light rain forecast for Trowbridge and Salisbury.

The weather is expected to clear up on Thursday, despite weather warnings remaining in place elsewhere in the country.

At the time of writing, no rain was forecast for Wiltshire on Thursday, with light clouds and sunny intervals expected.

Those caught in wet conditions on the roads have been urged to drive with caution.

A National Highways spokesperson said: “It's changeable weather this week across the country with bursts of rain and sudden thunderstorms - remember to watch out.”