SOMERSET is set for cloudy weather throughout today with some showers, setting the trend for the weekend.

In their south west summary, Met Office said: "It will be generally dry at first with some early sunshine, however rain in the west will spread across parts of Cornwall and Devon.

"In the east, the warm sunshine will trigger some heavy and thundery showers."

The maximum temperature is set to reach around 17C, before falling to a minimum of 9C overnight.

The rest of the weekend forecast said: "Saturday will be mostly dry with some warm sunny spells. Staying changeable with sunshine and showers on Sunday."