A YELLOW weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued for North Wales for later today.
The Met Office issued the warning for the period between 11am and 11.59pm on Sunday, August 30.
It is expected that the heavy showers and thunderstorms could cause disruption to transport, infrastructure, and outdoor activities, the Met Office warned.
The Met Office say that there is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water, and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus.
They also warn that delays to train services are possible.
The Met Office also say that there is some risk of damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes.
Some short-term loss of power and other services is also likely.
Due to the rain, they say some flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible, leading to some damage to buildings or structures.
The Met Office also issued advice for the public, urging people to give themselves the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions before driving and consulting bus and train timetables.
Travel plans should be amended where necessary.
Anyone caught outside when thunder is heard should seek a safe enclosed shelter, such as a car.
The Met Office warned people not to shelter under or near trees, or other structures which could be struck by lightning.
Those on elevated ground should move to a lower area.
People are also advised to prepare for the possibility of power cuts by gathering essential supplies in advance, including torches, batteries and a mobile phone power pack.
The Met Office said residents should consider whether their location could be at risk of flash flooding.
If so, they should prepare a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
It added that weather warnings can change quickly, and recommended keeping up to date with the latest local forecast whenever a warning is in place.
Showers, heavy and thundery, will reach South West England and Wales before spreading and developing more widely during the afternoon.
While some areas will miss the heaviest showers, where they do occur 10-15 mm of rain is possible in less than an hour, with 30-40 mm possible over several hours; these larger totals are most likely for parts of north and northwest England and southwest Scotland.
Hail, frequent lightning and, in southern parts of England and Wales, wind gusts of 35-45 mph will be additional hazards.
Heaviest showers and thunderstorms will become more isolated later in the evening.
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