Britain battered by stormy start to 2024! Howling winds and relentless rain have kicked off the New Year, with the Met Office slapping out weather warnings across southern England. Strong gusts and heavy downpours threaten to disrupt your plans.
London Braces for Blustery Blast
While the capital dodges the worst of the rain, London faces fierce winds. The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning from 8am to 9pm on Tuesday, January 2. Forecasters warn: “A spell of very windy weather, accompanied by heavy rain in places, is likely to cause some travel disruption.”
Winds will ramp up through the day, peaking at 38mph around 5pm, with gusts possibly hitting even higher.
Heavy Rain Lashes Large Swathes of UK
Monday, January 1, won’t see much respite either. A yellow rain warning covers the South West, Wales, the Midlands, and East Anglia. Expect the heaviest downpours around 4pm. London narrowly escapes this deluge, though areas like Henley-on-Thames and just north of St Albans sit on the warning’s edge.
Temperatures Rise as Showers Stick Around
- Monday highs: 9°C, climbing to 11°C late in the day.
- Tuesday highs: 13°C, with lows around 9°C.
- Rain expected to ease by early Tuesday but showers will linger on and off.
Travel Chaos on the Cards
With such gales and rain lashing the country, travel disruption looks all but guaranteed. Commuters are urged to prepare for delays and check latest updates before heading out.
