Leigh: What will the weather be like this weekend?

Expect a wet weekend <i>(Image: Archive)</i>
Expect a wet weekend (Image: Archive)
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THE Met Office has predicted rain at times for Leigh this weekend.

This evening will see heavy rain with temperatures rising from 6C to 8C between 6pm to midnight.

Rain showers are expected in the morning tomorrow, December 6.

Showers will reappear again later in the afternoon between 12pm and 5pm.

The temperature will build from 9C to 10C during this time.

Those planning to venture out are advised to wear light rain gear.

The evening is expected to be overcast throughout the evening.

Despite temperatures being warmer, overall conditions will still be grey.

Moving into Sunday, December 7, residents can look forward to the gloomy weather easing slightly throughout the day.

There will be intervals of sunshine in the afternoon.

Rain will be a less prominent feature throughout the day with the chances of downpours decreasing throughout the day.

The good start will be marred slightly when grey clouds roll in in the evening, but there is a very small chance of precipitation.

The temperature is expected to peak throughout Sunday afternoon with highs of 11C between 12pm and 5pm.

After 5pm, the temperature will drop back down to 9C and skies will maintain cloudy until midnight.

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