Storm Ashley named by Met Éireann on the way this weekend
A yellow weather warning is in place this weekend ⚠️ 💨
Last updated 18th Oct 2024
A deep area of low pressure is expected to bring strong winds and rain this weekend.
Storm Ashley will initially bring impacts to the Republic of Ireland, then will track north eastwards on Sunday morning.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind, currently in place from 3am on Sunday until midday on Monday.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Tony Wisson, said: “Storm Ashley will bring strong winds for most of the UK on Sunday before it clears on Monday, with a chance of some disruption across parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Northwest England and West Wales.
“A period of especially strong winds are expected on Sunday afternoon and evening in western Scotland, where gusts could potentially reach 70-80mph in exposed areas, and more generally 50-60mph in other parts of the warning area. These strong winds in conjunction with high spring tides, may cause some disruption.
Northern Ireland five-day forecast 👇
Today: Dry start on east coast otherwise cloudy with outbreaks of rain accompanied by strong southerly winds. Some heavy rain later, with some short lived very heavy squally bursts, then western and central areas turning clearer and less windy. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
Tonight: Remaining rain in east quickly clearing this evening then a dry evening and night with long clear periods and lighter winds. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
Saturday: A mainly dry and bright day with some good sunny spells. Perhaps the odd afternoon shower. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday: Showers or longer spells of rain Sunday with gales or severe gales. Then sunshine and scattered showers on Monday and Tuesday, less windy.
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