Bank Holiday Monday wind warning issued for Sussex

The Met Office is predicting gusts of up to 65 mph

Author: Helen DownPublished 1st May 2021
Last updated 2nd May 2021

The Met Office is forecasting strong winds of up to 60 or 65 mph across Sussex.

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 with gusts widely 40 to 50 mph, but perhaps as high as 60 mph around some coasts and hills of England and South Wales.

"The winds should gradually ease through Tuesday morning.

"The strong winds will be accompanied by some heavy rain at times."

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