Heavy rain is the story across Launceston and the surrounding area this morning. The day starts with a high of around 16°C, but it will feel more like 14°C in the blustery conditions. The rain is set to ease into the afternoon, with temperatures reaching near 17°C and a blustery wind from the south-west. It will be overcast, but at least the rain will have stopped.
The evening will stay overcast, with temperatures holding steady around 16°C. There is a chance of a brief shower, but it should be minimal. The wind will remain blustery, so it will feel cooler than the temperature suggests. As the night goes on, the rain will return, with heavy rain expected from 11pm. The temperature will dip to around 12°C, but it will feel more like 10°C in the wind.
The rain will continue into the early hours of Tuesday, with the heaviest spells between 11pm and 3am. The wind will be at its strongest overnight, with gusts reaching up to 49.5 mph. The UV index will be low, so sun protection is not a concern. The rain is expected to total 13.1mm over the course of the day, with the heaviest falls in the morning and overnight.