Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Leeds as UK hit with rain and strong winds following Storm Ellen
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Storm Ellen brought very strong winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK this week and the showers are set to continue over the weekend, turning thundery on Sunday.
If you're making any plans, make sure you check ahead to avoid the rain.
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Hide AdHere is the hour-by-hour Met Office forecast for Leeds this weekend:
Saturday forecast in Leeds
1PM - 70% chance of rain - 17C
2PM - 30% chance of rain - 17C
3PM - 40% chance of rain - 18C
4PM - 70% chance of rain - 17C
5PM - 60% chance of rain - 17C
6PM - 70% chance of rain - 17C
7PM - 50% chance of rain - 17C
8PM - 80% chance of rain - 16C
9PM - 70% chance of rain - 16C
10PM - 80% chance of rain - 15C
11PM - 60% chance of rain - 15C
Sunday forecast in Leeds
12AM - 60% chance of rain - 15C
1AM - Cloudy - 15C
2AM - Partly cloudy - 15C
3AM - Clear night - 14C
4AM - Clear night - 14C
5AM - Partly cloudy - 15C
6AM - Partly cloudy - 15C
7AM - Sunny intervals - 14C
8AM - Cloudy - 15C
9AM - Cloudy - 15C
10AM - 50% chance of rain - 16C
11AM - 30% chance of rain - 16C
12PM - Cloudy - 17C
1PM - Cloudy - 18C
2PM - Overcast - 18C
3PM - Thunder - 60% chance of rain - 18C
4PM - 40% chance of rain - 17C
5PM - Cloudy - 17C
6PM - Cloudy - 17C
7PM - Sunny intervals - 17C
8PM - 30% chance of rain - 16C
9PM - Partly cloudy - 15C
10PM - 40% chance of rain - 15C
11PM - 40% chance of rain - 14C
How to stay safe in a storm
Before the storm
Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything else that could be blown into windows and other glazing and break them
Close and securely fasten doors and windows, particularly those on the windward side of the house, and especially large doors such as those on garages
Park vehicles in a garage, if available; otherwise keep them clear of buildings, trees, walls and fences
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Hide AdClose and secure loft trapdoors with bolts, particularly if roof pitch is less than 30°
If the house is fitted with storm shutters over the windows then ensure that these are closed and fastened
If chimney stacks are tall and in poor condition, move beds away from areas directly below them
During the storm
Stay indoors as much as possible
If you do go out, try not to walk or shelter close to buildings and trees
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Hide AdKeep away from the sheltered side of boundary walls and fences - if these structures fail, they will collapse on this side
Do not go outside to repair damage while the storm is in progress
If possible, enter and leave your house through doors in the sheltered side, closing them behind you
Open internal doors only as needed, and close them behind you
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Hide AdTake care when driving on exposed routes such as bridges, or high open roads, delay your journey or find alternative routes if possible
Slow down and be aware of side winds, particular care should be taken if you are towing or are a high sided vehicle
Do not drive unless your journey is really necessary
After the storm
Be careful not to touch any electrical/telephone cables that have been blown down or are still hanging
Do not walk too close to walls, buildings and trees as they could have been weakened
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Hide AdMake sure that any vulnerable neighbours or relatives are safe and help them make arrangements for any repairs
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