MORE thunderstorms could be heading to Dorset for a second day running.

Last night saw frequent lightning, thunder and torrential rain across Dorset during a dramatic thunderstorm.

Giving today’s forecast, Bournemouth & Poole Weather said this morning: “It’s a bright start however the showers aren't far away.

PICTURES: Dramatic thunderstorm brings unusual shelf cloud, lightning and rain to Dorset

“Further showers through the day, possibly heavy before another shortwave trough approaches this evening bringing a more organised band of thunderstorms. Top temps today 22C.”

The Met Office is predicting thundery downpours throughout the day today.

WATCH: Spectacular shelf cloud captured over Durdle Door

Here is the hourly forecast as it currently stands according to the Met Office

Tuesday, September 6

9am – 40 per cent chance of rain

10am – 70 per cent chance of thunder

11am - 70 per cent chance of thunder

12pm – cloudy

1pm – cloudy

2pm – cloudy

3pm – 70 per cent chance of thunder

4pm – light showers, 40 per cent chance of rain

5pm – cloudy

6pm – 50 per cent chance of thunder

7pm – 30 per cent chance of light rain

8pm - 30 per cent chance of light rain

9pm – 40 per cent chance of thunder

10pm – 40 per cent chance of thunder

11pm – 50 per cent chance of thunder

12am – 40 per cent chance of thunder

1am – 50 per cent chance of thunder

2am – 40 per cent chance of thunder