The UK is set for a turbulent week as the remnants of Hurricane Dorian and Tropical Storm Gabrielle approach, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding. After a brief respite on Tuesday, the weather is expected to deteriorate rapidly from Tuesday night through the weekend.
Met Office meteorologist Bonnie Diamond warned of an unsettled period, with ex-Hurricane Dorian arriving on Tuesday night, followed by ex-Tropical Storm Gabrielle on Thursday. Winds could reach up to 60mph in western areas, while southeastern England is likely to escape the worst of the conditions.
A north-south temperature split is forecast, with the south enjoying warm tropical air and highs of 24°C, while the north experiences colder polar air and temperatures around 14-15°C. The storms have also prompted bookmakers to slash odds on September being the wettest on record, with Ladbrokes offering 7/4 odds.
Forecasters caution that ex-hurricanes and tropical storms can disrupt the atmosphere unpredictably, but the far southeast is expected to remain largely unscathed. The Met Office has already issued a thunderstorm warning for the West Country, with risks of flooding and travel disruption.
