Headline: Heavy outbreaks of rain and possible thunderstorms expected on Thursday. Today: A bright start in the east, but a band of rain spreading eastwards across the region through the morning and early afternoon, giving way to brighter showery weather later. Blustery winds, locally strong, particularly in coastal locations. Feeling cooler. Maximum Temperature 20C. Tonight: A largely cloudy evening and night for many, with isolated heavy showers continuing overnight. Blustery winds ease inland but continue at coastal locations. A mild evening and night. Minimum Temperature 13C. Friday: An unsettled day with sunny spells and showers continuing, some heavy and possibly thundery. Overall a breezy day with locally strong winds and feeling cool. Maximum Temperature 21C. Outlook for Saturday to Monday: Sunny spells and showers into the weekend, potentially heavy and thundery on Saturday. Showers easing in intensity and frequency towards Monday. Breezy conditions continue, feeling rather cool throughout the period.