What time is it going to rain?

Rain has a certain level of mystery to it. It can be hard to predict when it will happen and how long it will last, which can make planning your daily activities and movements difficult. Fortunately, a lot of research and advancements have been made in weather forecasting, allowing us to work out the time of day when the likelihood of rain is highest.

How Weather Forecasts are Created

Weather forecasts are created by meteorological organizations all over the world, taking in data from various sources of observational and analytical data. Met Offices (Meteorological offices) analyse this data and create a forecast with predicted weather systems for a given region for a certain period of time (usually for up to 5 days in advance).

The different sources of data used to create a weather forecast includes satellite information, ground-based weather stations, doppler radar, computer modelling and advanced numerical methods. The data from these sources is used to determine what the weather is likely to do in the coming days and hours.

Rain Times and the Forecast

Rain is associated with an area of low pressure, so it can often take a few days for these areas to show up on weather forecasts and form properly. Because of this, it’s often difficult to be accurate with predictions of rain times more than a few days in advance.

When forecasting rain times, meteorologists will look at the temperature, humidity, wind speed, atmospheric pressure and the clouds in the area. The chances of rain are increased if all these features are in equilibrium and if these are higher than average. It’s often best to refer to the forecast from the closest Met Office to get an accurate prediction, as these will be more region-specific.

What are the best ways to stay up-to-date with rain times?

It’s advised that you check the weather forecast on a regular basis, as it can change rapidly and the rain times might differ from day-to-day. It’s also good to have a few different sources of weather information, such as mobile apps and websites, to keep you informed of the current situation.

Many of these apps and websites also have ‘push notifications’ and ‘math reminders’, so you can be alerted of any changes to the weather forecast or a potential rain time.

Conclusion

Rain is a difficult forecast to get right, so it’s always best to be prepared for any eventuality. The key is to stay up-to-date with the forecast and be aware of potential rain times days in advance. This way you won’t be caught off guard, and you can plan your day accordingly.