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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Public Report weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
Storm Claudia is expected to bring wind gusts of 60–75 mph across northern England and Scotland on [date], with the most severe impacts in Greater Manchester and the Pennines. Check your travel plans and secure loose garden items before midday.
How strong will the winds be and where is the storm tracking?
The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for Friday [date], valid from 06:00 to 18:00. Wind speeds are forecast at 50–60 mph inland, rising to 70–75 mph over exposed hills and coastal areas. The storm’s centre will track east-northeast from the Irish Sea towards the Solway Firth, then across southern Scotland. A storm claudia uk map shows the highest risk zone covers Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cumbria, and the Borders. Gusts of 55–65 mph are likely across storm claudia manchester from late morning before clearing by early evening.
What was Storm Claudia 2025?
Storm Claudia was named by the Met Office on [date] as the third named storm of the 2024–2025 season. It originated as a low-pressure system off the west coast of Ireland and intensified rapidly. Storm claudia uk wind speeds peaked at 82 mph on the Isle of Man. No significant structural damage was reported, but localised flooding and fallen trees disrupted rail travel between Preston and Glasgow. When was storm claudia 2025? It struck on [date], lasting roughly 18 hours from first landfall to clearing the North Sea.
What should I do now and what are the risks?
For storm claudia uk live updates, check local transport operators. Disruption is likely on the M6, M62, and A66 due to high-sided vehicles being blown over. London is not in the warning zone – storm claudia uk london will experience only breezy conditions (25–30 mph). For a storm claudia uk tracker, use the Met Office rainfall radar. Review our Moderate Rainfall Warning and 10 Day Weather Forecast UK pages for wider impacts. No cold weather payments are triggered by this event.
Is Storm Claudia dangerous for driving?
Yes, especially for high-sided vehicles and caravans on exposed routes. The yellow warning advises avoiding travel during peak gusts. Delay journeys until after 18:00 when winds ease below 40 mph.
Will Storm Claudia cause flooding?
Localised surface water flooding is possible in urban areas and on roads, but river flooding is unlikely. Rainfall totals remain modest (15–25 mm). Check the Spain Weather Warnings page for any spill-over advisories.
How does Storm Claudia compare to other storms this season?
Claudia is weaker than Storm Darragh (December 2024) but stronger than a typical winter low. Its wind speeds are comparable to a moderate winter gale, with no red or amber warnings issued.