Today: Mostly fine weather is forecast, as it will be sunny and dry, although cloud will tend to build up during the afternoon, bringing the chance of a shower.

Moderate south-westerly winds.

Max temp 10-13C (50-55F).

Tonight: There will be showers across western areas.

An area of rain will start to push in from the west during the second half of the night.

UK Outlook (Wednesday and Thursday):  On Thursday, an area of rain and hill snow stretching from Scotland to the south-west of England will move east, followed by sunshine but also showers with strengthening winds.

On Friday, it will turn settled and dry in Scotland and Northern Ireland. However, cloud and rain is expected in parts of England and Wales.

Sailing:

Wind – Westerly or north-westerly backing south-westerly later, moderate or fresh breeze, increasing to strong at times.

Sea state – Slight or moderate.

Visibility – Good.