Today: A fine day is expected, as it will be dry and bright with sunny periods and some patchy cloud.

There will be a moderate north-easterly breeze, becoming south-westerly later.

A warmer day. Max temp 14-17C (57-63F).

Tonight: Dry with clear spells for a time across southern England.

However, cloud will thicken, bringing the chance of a few spots of rain. A breezy night.

UK Outlook (Saturday and Sunday): A mostly cloudy start across southern parts with the odd spot of rain, but the cloud will break up to give some sunny intervals.

On Sunday, it mostly dry in the south.

Sailing:

Wind - Northeasterly backing westerly, fresh or strong breeze.

Sea state - Slight or moderate.

Visibility - Good, occasionally poor later.