Tuesday, 17 December, 2024
Prepare for the day ahead with everything you need to know this morning, including today's weather forecast, traffic notices, events and a roundup of yesterday's news – in case you missed it.
The weather
Today in Ipswich will be overcast and mild. Temperatures rising from 7°C to 10°C, though feeling cooler at 5-8°C due to the wind.
What you need to know:
- Mostly dry day (<5% chance of rain until evening)
- Moderate visibility improving to good later
- Strengthening southerly winds with gusts increasing to 32mph by late evening
- Brief sunny spell possible around midday
- Sun sets at 15:44
Essential today:
- Wind picking up significantly – secure any loose outdoor items
- Moderate visibility early on – allow extra time for morning journeys
- Chance of rain increases to 30% by late evening
- Warm layers needed as it'll feel several degrees cooler in the wind
- Take advantage of sunny spells between 12:00-14:00 for best conditions
The traffic
Traffic restrictions
No planned traffic restrictions today.
Planned roadworks
Bealings Road, Martlesham: Two separate Anglian Water works were scheduled but have been cancelled.
Bramley Hill, Ipswich: CityFibre is carrying out works from today until December 19, with give and take traffic control in operation.
Camden Road, Ipswich: Anglian Water is conducting works from today until December 19, with give and take traffic control in place.
Kerry Avenue, Ipswich: Anglian Water is undertaking works from today until December 19, with give and take traffic control in operation.
Norwich Road, Ipswich: Urgent pothole repairs are being carried out near the junction with Meredith Road until December 18, with stop/go boards in use.
Sidegate Lane, Ipswich: Pothole repairs are taking place at the junction with Woodbridge Road until December 18, with multi-way signals in operation.
Whitton Church Lane, Ipswich: Hedge cutting is taking place today between Old Norwich Road and Shakespeare Road, with temporary 15-minute delays expected.
A14: National Highways is conducting horticulture work between Junction 57 eastbound until December 18, requiring carriageway closure.
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