Exact date heavy downpours will soak majority of UK

However new weather maps show a deluge of rain was expected across the whole country - despite highs of 16C

The UK has enjoyed a mild start to May, with some unseasonably warm weather.

However new weather maps show a deluge of rain was expected a cross the whole country - despite highs of 16C.

WX Charts has predicted heavy downpours in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland on Friday, May 16.

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Although it looks like the day will be a wash out, temperatures were expected to be in the mid-teens across most of the country around noon, The Express reports.

A balmy 16C was expected in south-west Scotland, while Wales could see 15C.

Temperatures in England were expected to range from 12C to 17C, and Northern Ireland was also forecast temperatures in the mid-teens.

While specific forecasts about future weather were subject to change, WX Charts predicts rain across the country on May 16, persisting in southern areas over May 17.

The south of England was expected to see rain along the entire coastline, with downpours expected to reach into London and as far north as Yorkshire.

The Met Office - the UK's official forecaster - does not make detailed geographical predictions weeks ahead of time, but it has got a general forecast for the next few days.

You can see what The Met Office predicts is in store for the days ahead below.

Sunday, May 4:

It'll be a fresher start to the day, but for will remain dry for most with sunny intervals.

A few showers likely along North Sea coasts, where it will feel cool - especially in the wind.

Monday, May 5 to Wednesday, May 7:

It's expected to stay fine and dry with sunny spells on Bank Holiday Monday.

Similar conditions were predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday, with some prolonged sunshine in places.

Temperatures would be near average, with breezy starts and chilly nights.