Rain is the story across Launceston and the surrounding area this Wednesday. The day starts with light rain showers, with temperatures near 10°C. A gentle breeze from the west-north-west will pick up to blustery gusts through the morning, with a peak gust of around 44 mph expected around 11:00 am. The rain will be light, but it will be persistent through the morning.
The afternoon will see temperatures rise to a high of around 12°C, with light rain showers continuing. The wind will remain blustery, making it feel cooler than the actual temperature. It will be a good day to stay indoors or, if you must go out, to dress in waterproof layers and be prepared for wet conditions. The rain will be light, but it will be persistent through the afternoon.
As evening falls, the rain will turn heavier, with temperatures dropping to around 10°C. The wind will ease slightly but will still be blustery, making it feel chilly. The heaviest rain is expected between 9:00 pm and 1:00 am, so it's a good idea to avoid travel during this time if possible. The rain will ease slightly overnight, but it will still be heavy at times, with temperatures dropping to a low of around 8°C.
The wind will be from the west-north-west, bringing in the rain and making it feel cooler than the actual temperature. The UV index will be low, so sun protection is not a concern. The rain is expected to total around 9 mm through the day, with the heaviest falls in the evening and overnight.