A WEATHER warning has been issued for rain across Dorset and the Southwest.

The region could see up to 20mm of rain and flooding to homes and businesses is likely.

This warning follows several similar alerts issued in the space of a week for rain and wind.

A yellow warning for wind has been issued across the southwest from 10pm today (November 26) until midday on November 27.

A spokesperson for the Met Office said: “An area of rain is expected to reach parts of southern England overnight Tuesday, becoming persistent and heavy in places for a time.

“Much of the warning area will see 15-20 mm of rain with 30-40 mm in some areas. There is a lower chance of 50 mm of rain in a few places, more likely for the Isle of Wight, Sussex and Kent, before rain eases and clears by early afternoon.

“Given recent wet weather, some disruption to travel and infrastructure is likely.”