Bank Holiday Monday wind warning issued for Salisbury
The Met Office is predicting gusts of up to 50 mph inland across Wiltshire
Last updated 2nd May 2021
The Met Office is forecasting strong winds of up to 50 mph across the south of England including Salisbury.
The yellow weather warning is due to come into affect from midday on Bank Holiday Monday, and could remain in force until Tuesday morning.
There could also be some heavy rain during this time with travel disruption expected.
What can we expect?
Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely
Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer
Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges likely
Damage to outdoor temporary structures possible
What are forecasters saying?
"A vigorous area of low pressure is likely to cross northern England on Monday.
"Strong winds are expected to the south of the low centre, affecting Wales and western England during Monday afternoon, then extending to central, southern and eastern England later Monday afternoon and evening.
"Gusts are likely to widely reach 40 to 50 mph inland, and as high as 60-65 mph around some coasts of southern England and south Wales.
"The winds should gradually ease through Tuesday morning. The strong winds will be accompanied by some heavy rain at times."