Pictures from Birmingham City Centre as commuters battle against the heavy rain and gale force winds. AW310108RAIN-11
The gale force winds take their toll on a woman's umbrella in Colmore Row. AW310108RAIN-1
Another pedestrian battles against the wind and rain on Centenary Way. AW310108RAIN-10
Commuters attempt to shelter from the heavy downpour sweeping the city. AW310108RAIN-14
Butterflies may herald Spring but January remains in the grip of Winter on the High Street. AW310108RAIN-13
A commuter on Centenary Way battles to keep his umbrella against the gale force wind. AW310108RAIN-12
A broken umbrella lies discarded on Corporation Street. AW310108RAIN-4
A commuter tries to shield himself from the weather battering the city. AW310108RAIN-7
