Storm Amy map: When and the place 100mph winds will hit the UK | EUROtoday

The whole UK might be coated by climate warnings on Saturday as the primary named storm of the season approaches, bringing gale-force winds of as much as 95mph.

The Met Office has issued seven climate warnings forward of Storm Amy, which is predicted to convey “very strong winds and heavy rain” to northern and western areas on Friday, and all the nation on Saturday.

The amber warnings, which haven’t been issued since Storm Floris in August, have been put in place for components of western Scotland and Northern Ireland on Friday.

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Yellow climate warnings are in place for Scotland, Northern Ireland and components of north and northwest England on Friday, and stay in power for the whole UK on Saturday.

Met Office chief forecaster Neil Armstrong stated: “Within the Scotland amber warning area, gusts in excess of 95mph are possible from Friday evening and into Saturday morning as Storm Amy brings a risk of power cuts and damage to buildings and trees.

“Gusts up to 80mph are possible within the Northern Ireland warning area, more widely 60 to 70mph gusts are expected in the amber warning areas, in what will be an impactful autumn storm for many in Scotland and Northern Ireland.”

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The amber warning in Northern Ireland comes into power at 3pm on Friday and is predicted to be lifted at 8pm. The Met Office stated with gusts of 60 to 70mph, there’s a good probability of energy cuts, and sure some injury to buildings and houses.

It additionally warns of flying particles, highway closure, and longer journey occasions in areas together with County Antrim, County Fermanagh, County Derry, and County Tyrone.

Power cuts and injury may additionally happen in Scotland, with the amber warning in place from 5pm on Friday to 9pm on Saturday, and gusts exceeding 95mph attainable in some areas.

Mr Armstrong stated: “Rainfall is an additional hazard, in particular over western Scotland, where totals could exceed 30 to 50mm in six to nine hours, increasing the risk of flooding for some. Warnings will continue to be tweaked and amended in the coming days as confidence increases so stay up to date with the latest Met Office forecast and warnings.”

Storm Amy, the primary named storm of the 2025-2026 autumn season, will see gusts extensively reaching 50 to 60mph and probably reaching 70 to 80mph within the north. Stronger gusts are anticipated on uncovered coasts and hills, primarily within the northwest.

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Martin Thomson from Transport Scotland stated: “Storm Amy is set to bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Scotland and we expect to see disruption to the transport network in the warning areas.

“The rain and wind will bring difficult driving conditions, such as reduced visibility and surface water, and are also likely to affect the ferry and rail networks, so it’s important to plan your journey ahead of time.

“Motorists should use the Traffic Scotland website before they set off to make sure that their route is available, and you should check with your operator if you are planning to travel on trains, ferries and flights.”

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Here is the climate forecast for the UK for the approaching week, based on the Met Office:

Today

A cloudy, damp and breezy begin to the day. However, Storm Amy will shortly sweep in from the Atlantic, bringing robust winds and heavy rain to many components. Very robust and damaging winds are growing later this afternoon within the north.

Tonight

Becoming stormy throughout northern components with heavy rain shifting throughout the UK via the night and in a single day. Clear spells and heavy blustery showers following.

Saturday

Heavy rain clearing East to go away a day of sunny spells and heavy showers. Remaining very windy for many, with extreme gales within the north. Feeling colder.

Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday

Blustery showers on Sunday, although the wind starting to ease. Further rain probably within the north and west early subsequent week, with drier interludes within the south. Feeling recent.