Multiple yellow weather warnings will disrupt Easter bank holiday weekend travel and outdoor activities across the UK, with the Met Office forecasting strong winds and heavy rain from Good Friday through to Easter Sunday.
Southern and eastern England face wind warnings from Friday morning into Saturday, with gusts of 45-55mph inland and up to 60mph along exposed coastlines. The Midlands are included in the warning area, whilst northern England and the North West will experience blustery conditions and rain. Temperatures will reach just 8-10°C, feeling colder with wind chill.
Scotland confronts both wind and rain warnings across central and southern regions. Heavy rainfall on Friday could cause localised flooding on already saturated ground, whilst winds gusting 50-60mph in exposed areas will likely disrupt ferry services and higher routes. Northern Ireland faces similar conditions with heavy rain and strong winds throughout the weekend. Temperatures will hover between 7-9°C.
Wales remains under yellow wind warnings for most of Friday and Saturday, with coastal areas and higher ground experiencing the strongest gusts of 50-60mph. Combined with heavy rain, these conditions will create difficult driving conditions and threaten outdoor events.
The Met Office warns of potential delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport, along with possible short-term power cuts. A deep area of low pressure moving across the UK brings the unsettled conditions, with colder air and significant instability driving temperatures below seasonal averages.
The public should secure loose garden items, drive with caution and check the latest Met Office updates before making travel plans during what is traditionally one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.