The Met Office alerts that a new weather system will bring wet and windy conditions to the UK following Storm Éowyn this weekend
Starting Thursday evening, the storm is expected to unleash some of the strongest winds this winter. It’s forming over the Atlantic and will strengthen as it nears the UK.
Every part of the UK will face at least one weather warning on Friday. Expect strong winds, rain, and even heavy snow in some areas. Coastal regions in the northwest might see wind gusts over 90mph.
As Storm Éowyn weakens and moves northeast on Saturday, it’ll still be breezy across much of the UK. While it’ll be drier for many, some wintry showers could pop up in higher areas.
Come Sunday, another low-pressure system will start affecting the weather. It’ll hit the west first, then spread east, bringing more wind and rain into next week.
The Met Office mentioned that more weather warnings might be issued as the forecast becomes clearer. Meteorologist Aidan McGivern described this new system as a ‘different beast’ compared to Storm Éowyn.
He noted that Sunday could be a nice day for many before the wind and rain return later in the afternoon. This new low won’t cross the UK directly but will sit to the west, causing strong winds and heavy rain, especially on already saturated ground.
While Storm Éowyn will bring strong winds, the second system might not be as intense. However, it could lead to blustery weather from Sunday into Monday and possibly longer.
Looking ahead to Tuesday, low pressure will linger to the west and northwest, keeping things unsettled but relatively mild. The Met Office predicts this unsettled weather will continue throughout the week, with low-pressure systems coming and going.
They also hinted at the possibility of another named storm, which would be the sixth of the season. From January 27, expect more wet and windy conditions across the UK, especially in the north and west.
Overall, temperatures should be around or slightly above average, but the wind and rain will make it feel chilly, with some overnight frost likely between systems.
