Clouds gather over Launceston and the surrounding area today, with rain expected through the day. It's a mild start to the week, with temperatures near 14°C. The rain will be heaviest in the evening and overnight, with a strong gusty wind picking up.
The morning starts cloudy and damp, with temperatures around 10°C. There's little chance of rain through the morning, but it will feel chilly in the breeze from the south-south-west. The afternoon brings some bright spells, with temperatures reaching a high of around 14°C. Breezes pick up through the afternoon, but it will feel comfortable in the sunshine.
The evening sees the rain arrive, with showers likely at times. Temperatures will dip to around 11°C, and it will feel blustery in the wind. The rain will be heaviest in the evening and overnight, with a strong gusty wind picking up. The overnight low will be about 8°C, with heavy rain expected. The wind will be strongest in the early hours, with a peak gust of around 42 mph.
The rain is expected to clear by the morning, with a drier day ahead. The UV level will be low, so sun protection is not needed. The wind will ease through the day, with a gentle breeze from the south-south-west.