Flood warnings in England, Scotland and Wales

Met Office weather warnings since 27 Sep 2026 18 UK-wide, whatever nation is picked above: every warning the Met Office’s feed has shown since FloodRadar began banking it, as last issued.

November 2026 2

1. Tue 3 Nov 2026 Yellow warning Fog · Northern Ireland Was in force until 10am Tue 3 NovExpired

   Fog patches, some dense, leading to disruption to travel

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Slower journey times with delays to bus and train services possible
   • There is a chance of delays or cancellations to flights

   What should I do

   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, leaving extra journey time, or amending plans if necessary. Make sure you know how to switch on your fog lights, and check they are working before setting off on your journey. Bus and train services, as well as flights and ferry travel may also be affected; check for updates from your travel company and follow their advice.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Areas of fog, locally dense and reducing visibility to less than 100 metres, may lead to some disruption to travel for western parts of Northern Ireland. Fog will thin and clear through the morning.

2. Sun 1 Nov 2026 Yellow warning Fog · East Midlands, East of England, London & South East England, North West England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 10am Sun 1 NovExpired

   Fog, dense in places, likely to bring some travel delays.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Slower journey times with delays to bus and train services possible
   • There is a chance of delays or cancellations to flights

   What should I do

   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, leaving extra journey time, or amending plans if necessary. Make sure you know how to switch on your fog lights, and check they are working before setting off on your journey. Bus and train services, as well as flights and ferry travel may also be affected; check for updates from your travel company and follow their advice.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Fog has developed widely and will persist across many areas into Sunday morning before slowly lifting and clearing. Visibility will vary from place to place with some dense fog patches bringing visibility of less than 100 metres making for difficult travel conditions.

October 2026 15

1. Sat 31 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Fog · East Midlands, East of England, London & South East England, North West England, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 10am Sat 31 OctExpired

   Fog likely to lead to some transport delays this morning

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Slower journey times with delays to bus and train services possible
   • There is a chance of delays or cancellations to flights

   What should I do

   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, leaving extra journey time, or amending plans if necessary. Make sure you know how to switch on your fog lights, and check they are working before setting off on your journey. Bus and train services, as well as flights and ferry travel may also be affected; check for updates from your travel company and follow their advice.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Areas of fog, dense in places with visibility below 100 metres at times, will slowly begin to thin, lift and clear later this morning or, in some spots, not until this afternoon.

2. Fri 30 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Fog · East Midlands, East of England, London & South East England, West Midlands Was in force until 10am Fri 30 OctExpired

   Fog, dense in places, may cause some travel disruption to begin with today.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Slower journey times with delays to bus and train services
   • Delays or cancellations to flights

   What should I do

   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, leaving extra journey time, or amending plans if necessary. Make sure you know how to switch on your fog lights, and check they are working before setting off on your journey. Bus and train services, as well as flights and ferry travel, may also be affected; check for updates from your travel company, and follow their advice.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Fog, dense in places with visibility below 100 metres at times, will slowly begin to thin, lift and clear later this morning or, in some rural spots in eastern England, not until this afternoon. The most extensive and disruptive fog will be during the morning rush hour.

3. Tue 27 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · Grampian, Highlands & Eilean Siar, Orkney & Shetland, Strathclyde Was in force until 6pm Tue 27 OctExpired

   A spell of strong winds may lead to damaging gusts and transport disruption.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • There is a chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected
   • There is a chance that some roads and bridges could close
   • There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
   • There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, as well as damage to trees
   • There is a chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
   • There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris

   What should I do

   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly. When a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Strong west to southwesterly winds are expected to continue across northern Scotland during Tuesday. Gusts of 45-55 mph are possible quite widely but some coastal or exposed areas in the far north of Scotland could see gusts of 70 mph. The strongest of the winds will reduce from the southwest later on Tuesday, with the far north of Scotland the last to see winds ease.

4. Tue 27 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · North West England, Northern Ireland, South West England, Strathclyde, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders, Wales Was in force until 3am Tue 27 OctExpired

   A spell of strong south to south-westerly winds may cause some disruption during Monday evening and the early hours of Tuesday.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves
   • Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
   • Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
   • Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
   • Some loss of power and other services is possible

   What should I do

   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   South to south-westerly winds will increase from the west during Monday evening with gusts of 45-50 mph inland and 60-65 mph along exposed coasts and over high ground. The strong winds will be accompanied by heavy rain at times.
   
   Winds will then ease from the west during the early hours, before increasing again across northern parts of the UK early on Tuesday morning.

5. Sun 25 Oct 2026 Amber warning Strong winds · Central, Tayside & Fife, Grampian, Highlands & Eilean Siar, North East England, North West England, Strathclyde, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 9pm Sun 25 OctExpired

   The strongest winds from Storm Boelo are expected from Saturday evening, extending eastwards through Sunday.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
   • Flying debris is likely and could lead to injuries or danger to life
   • Some damage to buildings and trees, such as tiles blown from roofs and large branches or trees blown over, is likely
   • Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
   • Some roads and bridges likely to close
   • Injuries and danger to life are likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties

   What should I do

   Driving in these conditions can be dangerous, for yourself and other road users. If you must drive, you can do this more safely by taking the following actions; drive slowly to minimise the impact of wind gusts, be aware of high-sided vehicles/caravans on more exposed roads and be cautious when overtaking, and give cyclists, motorcyclists, lorries, and buses more room than usual.
   
   Being outside in high winds makes you more vulnerable to injury. Stay indoors as much as possible. If you do go out, try not to walk, or shelter, close to buildings and trees. In advance of high winds, check for loose items outside your home and secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
   
   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services and local authorities.

   Further details

   Very strong westerly winds associated with Storm Boelo are expected to bring fairly widespread gusts of 60 to 70 mph and gusts to 80 mph in exposed coastal areas. The strongest winds will initially affect western Scotland on Saturday evening, spreading eastwards overnight and through Sunday. High winds will be accompanied by periods of heavy rain and frequent showers. Whilst high winds are expected across a wider area with a yellow warning in force, there is a higher confidence in impacts and disruption taking place within this amber warning area. The winds will gradually ease from the southwest through Sunday.

6. Sun 25 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · Central, Tayside & Fife, East Midlands, Grampian, Highlands & Eilean Siar, North East England, North West England, Orkney & Shetland, Strathclyde, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 9pm Sun 25 OctExpired

   Storm Boelo will bring a very windy and wet spell this weekend with some disruption likely across parts of northern UK.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Injuries and danger to life from flying debris are possible
   • Some damage to buildings and trees, such as tiles blown from roofs and large branches or trees blown over, could happen
   • Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible
   • Some roads and bridges may close
   • Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
   • Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

   What should I do

   Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly. When a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Strong winds will spread across northern parts of the UK during Saturday afternoon, combining with spells of heavy rain. Initially strong southerly winds will affect parts of Scotland before more widespread and even stronger westerly winds develop later on Saturday. Very windy conditions will then persist overnight and through much of Sunday before gradually easing from the southwest later. Gusts of 55-65 mph are likely widely with some coastal and exposed areas potentially seeing gusts of 70-80 mph or more, these strongest gusts most likely across Scotland and the far north of England.

7. Sun 25 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Heavy rain · Central, Tayside & Fife, Grampian, Highlands & Eilean Siar Was in force until 3pm Sun 25 OctExpired

   Heavy rain associated with Storm Boelo is likely to cause some travel disruption and flooding in a few places

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible
   • Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
   • Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer

   What should I do

   Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
   
   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Frequent heavy showers or more organised bands of rain will develop across northern Scotland during Saturday evening in association with Storm Boelo, continuing through Sunday morning and early afternoon.
   
   Accumulations of 20-40 mm are expected widely within the warning area through this period, with 60-80 mm possible in some locations, bringing flooding and travel disruption in a few places. Showers will become less frequent later through Sunday afternoon.

8. Sun 25 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · Northern Ireland Was in force until 12pm Sun 25 OctExpired

   Storm Boelo bringing a very windy spell this weekend with some disruption possible across parts of Northern Ireland.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • There is a chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
   • There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris
   • Some damage to buildings and trees, such as tiles blown from roofs and large branches or trees blown over, could happen
   • There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected
   • There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close
   • There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

   What should I do

   Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly. When a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

   Further details

   Strong winds will spread across Northern Ireland during Saturday. Initially strong southerly winds will develop on Saturday morning, before stronger westerly winds follow later in the day. Very windy conditions will persist overnight and into Sunday before gradually easing from the southwest during Sunday morning. Gusts of 50-60 mph are likely widely with some coastal and exposed areas potentially seeing gusts of 65-75 mph. Strong winds will be combined with blustery heavy showers.

9. Sun 25 Oct 2026 Amber warning Strong winds · Northern Ireland Was in force until 10am Sun 25 OctExpired

   The strongest winds from Storm Boelo are expected Saturday evening and Sunday morning.

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
   • Flying debris is likely and could lead to injuries or danger to life
   • Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs and large branches or trees blown over, is likely
   • Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
   • Some roads and bridges likely to close
   • Injuries and danger to life are likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties

   What should I do

   Driving in these conditions can be dangerous, for yourself and other road users. If you must drive, you can do this more safely by taking the following actions; drive slowly to minimise the impact of wind gusts, be aware of high-sided vehicles/caravans on more exposed roads and be cautious when overtaking, and give cyclists, motorcyclists, lorries, and buses more room than usual.
   
   Being outside in high winds makes you more vulnerable to injury. Stay indoors as much as possible. If you do go out, try not to walk, or shelter, close to buildings and trees. In advance of high winds, check for loose items outside your home and secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
   
   If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
   
   People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
   
   Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services and local authorities.

   Further details

   Very strong westerly winds associated with Storm Boelo are expected with fairly widespread gusts of 60 to 70 mph and gusts to 80 mph in exposed coastal areas. While strong winds are expected across a wider area with a yellow warning in force, there is higher confidence in impacts and disruption taking place within this amber warning area. The winds will gradually ease from the west during Sunday morning.
   
   This is an update to the amber warning already in force, as Northern Ireland will see the wind easing earlier than other parts of the UK.

10. Sat 24 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Heavy rain · London & South East England, North West England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 11pm Sat 24 OctExpired

    Heavy rain brings a high likelihood of moderate impacts from surface water flooding.

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
    • Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
    • Some interruption to power supplies and other services likely
    • Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible

    What should I do

    Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
    
    Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

    Further details

    Heavy rain in association with Storm Boelo is expected to lead to surface water flooding in places. 25-30mm is expected widely across the warning area during this time, with a few places such as upland areas seeing 50-60mm, and some of this perhaps falling within 6 hours. Rain will ease for a time through the evening, but this will be followed by another intense band of heavy rain following in from the west, before the whole system clears away eastward to bring a clear night with a few scattered showers following on.

11. Fri 23 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Heavy rain · Central, Tayside & Fife, Grampian, Strathclyde, SW Scotland, Lothian Borders Was in force until 11:59pm Fri 23 OctExpired

    Storm Austen bringing persistent heavy rain, with the chance of some travel disruption and flooding in a few places

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
    • Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services
    • Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
    • There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
    • There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses

    What should I do

    Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
    
    Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

    Further details

    An area of heavy rain will develop across southern Scotland before dawn Friday in association with Storm Austen, extending over northeast Scotland during the morning and early afternoon. Accumulations of 20-40 mm are expected widely within the warning area through this period, with 60-80 mm possible in some locations, bringing flooding and travel disruption in a few places. The rain will turn lighter and clear from the west through the evening and overnight.

12. Fri 23 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · East Midlands, East of England, London & South East England, North West England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber Was in force until 9pm Fri 23 OctExpired

    A spell of strong winds, touching gales at times, associated with Storm Austen may bring some localised impacts

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible
    • It’s likely that some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities will be affected by spray and/or large waves
    • Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
    • Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer

    What should I do

    Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
    
    Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

    Further details

    Whilst the winds across the warning area are not expected to be as strong as those further south and west, a spell of inland gales is possible with gusts around 45 to 55mph during Friday daytime. In combination with locally heavy rain and many trees still in full leaf, there is potential for some power outages and travel disruption.

13. Fri 23 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · London & South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands Was in force until 5pm Fri 23 OctExpired

    Storm Austen bringing a spell of strong winds with transport disruption likely and possible damaging winds in some areas.

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible
    • Some roads and bridges may close
    • Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
    • Some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen
    • Injuries and danger to life from flying debris are possible
    • Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

    What should I do

    Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
    
    Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
    
    Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly. When a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

    Further details

    Strong west to northwesterly winds will spread across southern parts of England and Wales during Thursday night and into Friday. Gusts of 50-60 mph are likely and some coastal or exposed areas could see 70 mph or more, this more likely over parts of southwest England. Ahead of this, a spell of southerly winds with gusts of 50-60 mph will move east along the south coast of England during Thursday night. Winds will slowly ease during Friday afternoon.
    
    Strong winds will be also combined with periods of heavy rain making for difficult travel conditions.

14. Fri 23 Oct 2026 Amber warning Strong winds · South West England Was in force until 10am Fri 23 OctExpired

    Storm Austen likely to bring some disruption and possible damaging winds on Friday morning.

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • Longer journey times and cancellations likely, as road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected
    • Flying debris is likely and could lead to injuries or danger to life
    • Probably some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
    • Some roads and bridges likely to close
    • There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
    • Injuries and danger to life are likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties

    What should I do

    Driving in these conditions can be dangerous, for yourself and other road users. If you must drive, you can do this more safely by taking the following actions; drive slowly to minimise the impact of wind gusts, be aware of high-sided vehicles/caravans on more exposed roads and be cautious when overtaking, and give cyclists, motorcyclists, lorries, and buses more room than usual.
    
    Being outside in high winds makes you more vulnerable to injury. Stay indoors as much as possible. If you do go out, try not to walk, or shelter, close to buildings and trees. In advance of high winds, check for loose items outside your home and secure them. Items include: bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
    
    If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services and local authorities.

    Further details

    A spell of very strong northwesterly winds is likely on Friday morning. There is a good chance that gusts of 60-70 mph will develop widely for a time with perhaps some gusts around 80 mph for exposed headlands. Very strong winds will be combined with spells of heavy rain. Remaining windy for the rest of Friday but winds will gradually ease.

15. Wed 14 Oct 2026 Yellow warning Strong winds · Highlands & Eilean Siar Was in force until 7pm Wed 14 OctExpired

    A period of strong winds is expected on Wednesday with some transport disruption likely.

    Full warning as last issued

    What to expect

    • Some delays to road, air and ferry transport are likely
    • Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
    • Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
    • Some short-term loss of power and other services is possible

    What should I do

    Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
    
    People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
    
    Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

    Further details

    Strong south to southwesterly winds are expected during Wednesday. Gusts of 50 to 60 mph are expected widely, with some exposed coastal and hilly locations seeing gusts of around 70 mph late morning and early afternoon. Winds ease from the west through the late afternoon and early evening.

September 2026 1

1. Sun 27 Sep 2026 Yellow warning Heavy rain · Northern Ireland Was in force until 2pm Sun 27 SepExpired

   Heavy rain may cause some disruption to transport this morning

   Full warning as last issued

   What to expect

   • Bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer
   • Spray and flooding on roads probably making journey times longer
   • Flooding of a few homes and businesses is possible

   What should I do

   Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
   
   Check if your property could be at risk of flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

   Further details

   Rain is likely to turn heavy at times this morning before clearing from the west early this afternoon. Accumulations of 20 to 40 mm are possible in a few hours in places, perhaps leading to some difficult travelling conditions for a time.

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