A powerful storm named Amy is expected to hit the UK, affecting nine major cities with heavy rain over a wide area. According to new maps from Ventusky, strong winds will sweep across the UK starting at 1 am on Monday, bringing up to 10mm of rainfall in some regions. Cities such as Bristol, Cardiff, Belfast, Liverpool, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Manchester are in the path of this 600-mile wall of rain.
Tomorrow, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Belfast are forecasted to receive 0.5mm of rain per hour. However, a significant downpour of up to 20mm is anticipated just south of Aberdeen.
A yellow wind warning is in place for all of Wales and most of England, except Cumbria and Northumbria, until 6 pm tomorrow, as per the Met Office. Strong west or south-westerly winds are expected to hit coastal areas of southwest England and Wales on Sunday evening, intensifying inland on Monday morning.
The Met Office has cautioned that gusts of 45-55 mph will be widespread inland, with potential gusts of 60-70 mph along exposed coasts and hills. The winds are expected to gradually diminish from the west later on Monday.
To avoid delays, individuals are advised to check road conditions, bus and train schedules, and adjust travel plans if needed. Those living near the coast should be cautious of large waves for safety.
The weather outlook includes unsettled periods of rain and showers, some of which may be heavy with hail and thunder. While the southeast may experience brighter conditions on Monday, strong and gusty winds will persist across much of England and Wales.
Improving conditions are anticipated later in the week, with the possibility of wet and windy weather returning periodically. The Met Office’s long-term forecast indicates variable weather patterns with periods of wet and windy conditions interspersed with brighter intervals.
Looking ahead, the weather is expected to remain unsettled, with further spells of wet and windy weather throughout the month. Towards the start of the following week, a high-pressure system may bring drier weather to northern regions, while low-pressure systems linger closer to the south or southeast. By late September, high pressure is likely to become more dominant across the UK, leading to cooler temperatures and potential fog patches.
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