Storm Floris to bring ‘unseasonably strong winds' to parts of UK
The latest named storm of 2025 will bring 'unusually windy weather' for this time of year and heavy rainfall is also forecast, the Met Office said.
#StormFloris has been named
It is forecast to bring unseasonably strong winds to the UK on Monday along with heavy rain
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— Met Office (@metoffice) August 1, 2025
Many inland parts of the warning area will see westerly gusts of 40-50mph and exposed coasts and high ground could see them reach 70mph.
There is a chance that winds could reach 85mph on Scottish coastlines and hills.
The strongest winds will most likely affect Scotland on Monday afternoon and night but 'there remains some uncertainty in the depth and track of Floris', the Met Office said.
It added: 'Winds will first ease in the west during later Monday but remaining very strong overnight until early Tuesday in the east.
'Heavy rain may also contribute to the disruption in places.'
The warning zone covers Scotland, parts of Northern Ireland, north Wales and the north of England.
Flying debris may cause injuries and pose a danger to life in those areas.
⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️
Strong winds across northern parts of the UK
Monday 0600 – Tuesday 0600
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— Met Office (@metoffice) August 1, 2025
As could 'large waves and beach material being thrown on to sea fronts, coastal roads and properties', the Met Office said.
It is possible tiles will be blown from roofs and there may be power cuts.
The weather could also disrupt road, rail, air and ferry services, and close bridges.
Storm Floris is the sixth named storm of the 2024-25 naming season, which runs from early September to late August, and January's Storm Eowyn was the most recent.
Named storms are more frequent in late autumn and winter but are 'not uncommon' for summer, the Met Office said.
The weekend will see a combination of sunshine and showers before Floris hits.
The forecast rain will not counteract the impacts of the driest start of the year since 1976 but will provide some short-term relief, said Environment Agency (EA) national drought manager Stuart Sampson.
The UK has experienced three heatwaves so far this summer, which left four regions of England in drought.
River flows and reservoir levels continue to be a concern, Mr Sampson said, adding: 'Everyone can play their part by using a little less water to ease pressures on our water supply.'
RAC breakdown service's Rod Dennis said: 'This unseasonable bout of stormy weather will mean drivers in the north and west of the UK need to take extra care at the start of next week.
'It's the height of the holiday season, so those towing trailers and caravans, as well as those with roof and tent boxes, must ensure their loads are properly secured.'
He advised motorists to slow down in poor weather, leave later if the conditions are too bad, and avoid exposed highland and coastal routes.
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