When Met Office weather warning will be in force for Portsmouth this week as 70mph gusts possible

The Met Office has issued a wind warning for Portsmouth, with 70mph gusts possible later this week.

The yellow warning for wind will be in place for Portsmouth from 00:00 to 12:00 on Friday 23 October.

The warning, which has a low (10-25%) likelihood and a significant impact, reads: “A period of strong winds may lead to damaging gusts and transport disruption.

“There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs. There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris.

“There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected. There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close.

“There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.

“There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.

“Strong west to northwesterly winds may spread across southern parts of England and Wales on Friday. Gusts of 50-60 mph are possible and some coastal or exposed areas could see 70 mph or more, but at this time there is uncertainty in where the strongest winds will be. There will be some periods of heavy rain which will make travel more difficult. Whilst it will remain breezy the winds will probably ease late morning into the early afternoon.”

Met Office London and South East England weather forecast

Monday 19 October day

A partly cloudy start, perhaps with some pockets of fog. Some rain possible across the north initially, though drier later. A dry and bright afternoon, with some sunny intervals. A gentle westerly breeze. Maximum temperature 16 °C.

Monday 19 October night

Increasingly cloudy with spells of rain moving in from the south through the evening, and overnight. Rain will become heavy and persistent, especially in western parts. Minimum temperature 8 °C.

Tuesday 20 October

Cloudy with rain through much of Tuesday, this heavy over western parts. The best of any drier spells in the east. Breezy. Maximum temperature 13 °C.

Outlook for Wednesday 21 October to Friday October 23

Largely cloudy Wednesday with heavy rain and strong winds moving westward. Drier and brighter Thursday with light winds and sunny spells. Heavy showers and gales Friday. Temperatures near normal.