A yellow rain warning which has been in place in parts of southwest England and South Wales since 2am this morning will remain there until 3pm today.

Across northern Scotland, a yellow ice warning was in place until 10am today.

Fields near the River Parrett at the Somerset Levels near Bridgwater in Somerset have flooded after heavy rainfall.

The Environment Agency had 31 flood alerts in place at midday today, advising people in affected areas to prepare for flooding by getting a bag together that includes medicines and insurance documents, and staying updated with its warnings.

Commuters have been warned that spray and flooding on roads may make journey times longer, and bus and train services could be affected, according to the Met Office.

Homeowners and businesses have also been told to expect some flooding, with some disruption to power supplies and other services also likely.

"We're looking at the potential of being 40-60 millimetres of rainfall in nine to 12 hours before the rain clears away in the afternoon," said Met Office meteorologist Rachel Ayers.

Northern Scotland was predicted to see some snow in high areas in the early hours of this morning.

However, the weather was expected to be dry elsewhere, with rain developing in the South later on.

What about New Year's Eve?

Later today, there will be rain in Scotland, with the heaviest over hills in the southwest, and the South of England will also see coastal gales.

On Thursday 29 December, the weather is expected to be unsettled with blustery showers across the UK, with the North and West set to see the heaviest showers.

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The weather will then start dry on Friday morning before becoming wet and windy as the day progresses.

On New Year's Eve, the inclement weather is forecast to clear to showers, with mild temperatures across the UK.

Ms Ayers added: "With that low pressure system moving through, we're looking at the potential for coastal gales through English Channel coasts and then obviously the Irish Sea as well."