This is what today's weather is expected to be like in Haverhill

The heavy rain has arrived in Haverhill and is set to stay for the next few hours as the Met Office warns of outbreaks of thunder, rain and lighting mixed in with possible sunny spells, all of which could lead to possible flooding and disruption to people's travel plans.

This morning carries the greatest threat of rain, with the Met Office predicting that Haverhill has a 95per cent chance of getting drenched until after 11am, after which the rain is due to ease up a little, but not

The Met Office said of today'sf orecast for the East of England: "Widespread rain is expected on Tuesday with some very heavy rain possible, bringing some disruption from flooding.

"Cloudy with outbreaks of showery rain affecting all areas.

"Rain merging into persistent, heavy, thundery bursts for a time.

"Drier for the afternoon with some brightness along with torrential showers and thunder in places. Strong winds near some coasts. Maximum temperature 20 °C."