Much of the country has been issued a 21-hour yellow weather warning
15:43, 17 Jul 2025Updated 15:44, 17 Jul 2025
The Met Office rainfall radar map showing heavy rainfall over Manchester at 1pm on Saturday afternoon.(Image: Met Office)
A yellow weather warning has been issued for Greater Manchester, with heavy rainfall and thunderstorms threatening to dampen the spirits of those attending the last two night’s of Oasis’ homecoming at Heaton Park this weekend.
The Met Office announced the alert on Thursday morning, and said it will come into effect at 9pm on Friday evening.
They have advised people across England that areas of heavy, thundery rain may lead to disruption to transport and travel from late Friday through much of Saturday.
Torrential downpours are expected to bring 20-30 mm in less than an hour in many places, with 60-90 mm in less than three hours possible in other areas.
Whilst rain will clear in parts by early Saturday afternoon, further thunderstorms are likely to develop over the weekend with lightning, gusty winds and large hail also likely.
According to the national weather service’s rainfall radar map, heavy rain will hit Manchester at around 4am on Saturday morning.
The wet conditions will continue throughout the early part of the day, getting much heavier at around 9am.
That period of torrential rain will begin to subside in the mid afternoon, with clear skies currently forecast for the rest of the evening.
More thundery conditions are expected on Sunday morning, with up to 30mph winds predicted around lunchtime.
The Met Office rainfall radar map showing the rain beginning to clear over Manchester at 4pm on Saturday afternoon.(Image: Met Office)
After a period of calm from around 1pm on Sunday afternoon, the rain and wind looks set to start up again shortly after 6pm.
So, those lucky enough to have tickets to Saturday night’s Oasis concert should experience a dry evening, while anyone attending the final Manchester show on Sunday night could be in line for a washout.
On the bright side, at least Liam Gallagher’s parka will finally be considered appropriate clothing for the weather.