Thousands will be lining the streets of Chelmsford and Essex for the Tour de France but will they have to take any waterproofs with them?
The latest weather forecast from the Met Office and the Essex Weather Centre suggests it might be worth taking precautions.
Saffron Walden
The entry point for the cyclists, and crowds gathering here will be watching in dry, comfortable conditions. The sunshine could give way to some light showers by the afternoon, after the cyclists have gone past.
Temperatures will rise to 21C, about average for this time of year.
Uttlesford and Braintree District
Remaining dry as the caravans heads in and between Finchingfield, Weathersfield, Rayne and Felsted. The risk of isolated afternoon showers will linger but it is forecast to remain dry and bright.
Maximum temperatures of 21C
Chelmsford
Similar here, it will start dry and bright with plenty of sunshine throughout the morning for when the eager spectators are making you're way to the one of the many scenic spots. However, by the time the caravans come past, there will be the risk of isolated showers if you're unlucky.
It will feel warmer than it did over the weekend though, with a light south westerly breeze. A maximum temperature of 21C.
Epping Forest
The finish line for the Essex leg, cyclists are due to pass through here at about 2.40pm - the time when isolated showers are forecast to break through the sunny conditions.
Starting dry and bright, clouds are predicted to build, increasing the risk of showers, expected to hit the district by the early afternoon.
