It may be hard to see it right now, but warmer weather is on the horizon, according to the Met Office. Heavy downpours woke some householders across Coventry and Warwickshire in the early hours of this morning (September 18).

But there will be a final blast of summer coming up, according to BirminghamLive. The Met Office has predicted that "high pressure" will hit the UK in the form of a "ridge" - sparking warmer weather in October.

It is understood that temperatures could even top 20C at times - just two months before Christmas. But between now and then people need to brace for some windy weather with heavy rain.

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According to the latest local Met Office forecast, our region will be hit by 'rather autumnal' weather with changeable conditions this week with heavy downpours set to hit today and tomorrow (September 19).

What is the local Met Office forecast for Coventry and Warwickshire this week?

Today

A band of heavy rain moves east across the region during the morning. Drier conditions following with sunny intervals and a chance of a few heavy showers. Blustery winds and feeling much cooler. Maximum temperature 18C.

Tonight

Any lingering showers quickly dying out through the evening, with plenty of clear spells overnight. A band of cloud and rain arriving from the west around dawn. Minimum temperature 11C.

Tuesday

Wet and windy on Tuesday, with patchy rain and drizzle for much of the day. Perhaps turning drier by the evening, but remaining breezy throughout. Maximum temperature 19C.

Outlook for Wednesday to Friday

Unsettled and rather autumnal with changeable conditions. Periods of rain, heavy at times, mixed with brighter and more showery spells. Often windy and cooler than of late.

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