WET weather that has drenched Swindon for days may finally be easing off.

Forecasters expect this May to be one of the wettest on record after regular downpours were seen around the country.

This week is expected to be drier, with a less than 50 per cent chance of light showers today and temperatures ranging from seven degrees Celsius to 14C.

There should be cloudy skies and sunny intervals for most of Tuesday and Wednesday with a 30 to 40 per cent chance of light rain, and temperatures remaining the same as Monday.

Thursday should be cloudy all day with a 50 per cent chance of light rain at lunchtime but otherwise dry and cool.

Friday will be similar to Tuesday but with a stronger chance of rain in the evening.