Windy weather

Met Office issue severe weather warning for the Isle of Wight (updated)

The Met Office have issued a severe weather warning, which includes the Isle of Wight, for this weekend.

It’s valid from 10.30am on Saturday and runs until 8pm.

A blustery weekend is expected across England and Wales with winds strengthening from the west on Saturday morning. Gusts around coastlines exposed to the westerly or southwesterly winds could reach 60 mph at times. Inland gusts will be less frequent but could still reach 50 to 55 mph. Further strengthening from the west is expected on Sunday where gusts around western coasts could locally reach 70 mph. Elsewhere gusts of 60 mph are possible, particularly in western areas.

Please be aware of the potential for some disruption due to the strong winds.

Article edit

11am 28th Nov – Start and finish times amended


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