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Met Office Warns of Heavy Rain in 20 UK Areas on Friday

Met Office Warns of Heavy Rain in 20 UK Areas on Friday

### Met Office Names 20 Areas Facing Heavy Rain on Friday - Full List

Editor’s note: Only items confirmed from the source are listed below.

Key List

England — Cornwall

Wales — Pembrokeshire

Scotland — Highland

The Met Office has identified twenty regions in the UK that are expected to experience significant rainfall this Friday. The forecast indicates that these areas will be subjected to heavy downpours, leading to potential disruptions and challenging driving conditions.

The downpours are set to affect parts of the country, with the Met Office clearly outlining the specific counties at risk. This weather event is anticipated to occur throughout the day on Friday, presenting a warning to residents and motorists alike.

Here is the full list of affected counties:

1. Devon

2. Cornwall

3. Somerset

4. Gloucestershire

5. Herefordshire

6. Worcestershire

7. Shropshire

8. Cheshire

9. Staffordshire

10. East Riding of Yorkshire

11. North Yorkshire

12. South Yorkshire

13. Greater Manchester

14. Lancashire

15. Merseyside

16. Nottinghamshire

17. Derbyshire

18. Warwickshire

19. West Midlands

20. Leicestershire

Deputy Chief Meteorologist David Oliver commented, “Over this weekend, the weather will become drier and more settled as high pressure begins to build. It will turn warmer with temperatures above average for many.” This forecast signals a change in conditions as the weekend unfolds, following the heavy rain expected on Friday.