Britain's brief flirtation with spring is about to be brutally cut short, as forecasters from the Met Office warn of an incoming tempest set to unleash chaos across the nation. Get ready for a dramatic return to classic British weather, with a powerful cocktail of torrential downpours and potentially damaging winds on the horizon.
A Nation Braced for Impact
The calm, settled conditions of recent days will be a distant memory by the weekend. Meteorologists are tracking a significant shift, with a deep area of low pressure barrelling towards the UK from the Atlantic. This system is poised to deliver the first major bout of severe weather this spring, disrupting travel and outdoor plans.
The Timeline of the Tempest
Here’s a breakdown of what to expect and when:
- Friday & Saturday: A gradual deterioration begins. While many will see dry spells initially, the clouds will thicken and the first bands of rain will push into Western parts, gaining intensity throughout Saturday.
- Sunday - The Main Event: This is when the weather will truly turn nasty. Widespread and heavy rain is expected to sweep across the entire country. The most significant concern is the wind, with gusts potentially reaching 60 to 70mph, most likely across exposed coastal areas and high ground.
- Early Next Week: The unusually deep low pressure will continue to dominate, meaning the unsettled and blustery conditions are set to stick around, with further spells of rain and strong winds likely.
Met Office and BBC Weather Warnings
While formal severe weather warnings had not been issued at the time of the initial forecast, the situation is being monitored closely. The Met Office has explicitly highlighted the risk of disruptive winds and heavy rain, particularly for Sunday. The public is advised to stay updated with the latest BBC Weather and Met Office forecasts, as yellow warnings are a strong possibility for the weekend.
The message from forecasters is clear: don't be fooled by the recent sunshine. A spell of very wild and windy weather is heading our way, marking a harsh end to the settled spell.
