STORM Dudley is expected to unleash havoc in the days ahead - before a second system batters three-quarters of the UK.
Brits wrapped up warm during a wet and windy weekend which brought heavy rain and even some flooding.
And the misery continues with five Met Office weather warnings and two named storms in place for this week - covering Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the whole of England.
On Wednesday, the dangerously strong winds of Storm Dudley will hit - the fourth named storm of the winter.
And on Friday a servre wind warning covering 90 PER CENT of the UK - including the whole of England and Northern Ireland - will be in place as Storm Eunice strikes.
Meanwhile, weather modelling maps, WX Charts, show Brits should start preparing for arctic conditions - with almost the entirety of the UK set to see snow.
Read our weather live blog for the latest news and forecasts...
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh 4 minutes ago
Yellow weather warning for Friday
Extremely strong winds may develop over southwest England early on Friday, before spreading north and east during the morning.
It is not yet clear where within the warning area the strongest winds will be but gusts of 60-70 mph are possible over a reasonably large area with a small chance of a brief period of gusts reaching 80 mph even inland.
Coastal winds are likely to be the strongest. In addition to the wind, there is the potential for a period of snow and perhaps blizzard conditions, most likely over northern England, parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and north Wales.
However, this is very dependant on the track of the weather system and most places will see heavy rain instead.
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh 44 minutes ago
Amber weather warnings in place for Wednesday 16 Feb
The winds from Storm Dudley are expected to affect the UK between 4pm tomorrow through to the early hours of Thursday.
Road, rail, ferry and and air services are likely to be severely affected by the adverse weather conditions.
Many road and bridges will be closed causing longer journeys. People are advised not travel unless unavoidable and check routes before heading out.
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh Today, 11:11
Take an umbrella if you’re heading out in London today
Cloudy and rather wet, with strong winds around the coast.
Perhaps drier and brighter later before more rain arrives during the evening.
Temperatures around average with the maximum temperature being 10 °C.
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh Today, 10:39
How to ensure safety during a storm
Much like ahead of a storm, there are things we can do to stay safe. Below are some tips to help you.
1. If you go out, try to stay away from trees, walls and buildings. The strength of the wind can make these structures weak and at higher risk of falling.
2. If you don't need to, don't go out! The wind and the rain at such high speeds can be incredibly dangerous.
3. If you notice any damage outside, wait until the storm has passed to repair it.
4. Don't drive unless absolutely unavoidable! If you do drive though, take routes that don't include exposed areas such as bridges or high open land as the wind is more likely to cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh Today, 10:03
The best ways to stay safe in a storm
Before a storm, there are a number of safety precautions we should take in order to protect both ourselves and those around us.
1. Park vehicles in garages if possible. Otherwise, ensure they are at least parked away from buildings, walls and trees
2. Ensure that any loose objects outside are tidied away so they don't get swept up by the wind and cause damage
3. Make sure windows and doors are both closed and securely fastened to prevent them being blown open by the wind
4. Stock up! When wind is moving at such high speeds, its dangerous for us to be out in them, so it's best to have all that you need at home and only go out if absolutely necessary
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh Today, 09:30
Two storms, one week - prepare for Dudley and Eunice
Storm Dudley is expected to affect Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England from Wednesday night through to Thursday morning.
Residents may see winds of 80-90 mph by the coast and 60-70mph further inland.
The Met Office suggests that Eunice will likely affect much of the UK.
It's expected that the hills in the Midlands will experience heavy rainfall and snow may be seen further north.
Ije Teunissen-Oligboh Today, 08:58
Storm Dudley to hit this week
STORM Dudley could batter Britain this week as blistering gales of 90mph are expected to hit with eight DAYS of snow on the cards.
Brits will face power cuts and danger to life warnings later this week – and the storm will be named if the severe weather triggers an amber or red weather warning.
There are currently weather warnings in place for Wednesday and Thursday – covering Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of northern England.
But the dangerously strong winds could turn into Storm Dudley – Britain’s fourth named storm of the winter – if weather officials upgrade the severity before Wednesday.
The Met Office said: “There will be very strong winds at times, especially in the north. It will be a very unsettled week.
“Tuesday has unsettled weather for many, with rain, before a deep low-pressure system on Wednesday. It will be closely watched as it brings wet and windy conditions.
“And the changeable theme continues with further spells of wet and windy weather. Conditions will be colder at times in the north, with wintry showers.”
Louis Allwood Today, 08:00
Yellow weather warning for Friday
Extremely strong winds may develop over southwest England early on Friday, before spreading north and east during the morning.
It is not yet clear where within the warning area the strongest winds will be but gusts of 60-70 mph are possible over a reasonably large area with a small chance of a brief period of gusts reaching 80 mph even inland.
Coastal winds are likely to be the strongest. In addition to the wind, there is the potential for a period of snow and perhaps blizzard conditions, most likely over northern England, parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and north Wales.
However, this is very dependant on the track of the weather system and most places will see heavy rain instead.
Louis Allwood Today, 07:30
Forecast for 28 February - 14 March
This period is likely to see a continuation of changeable conditions with systems arriving from the Atlantic, although perhaps becoming drier in many areas with most of the rain confined to the far north and northwest.
Many areas remaining windy but less so in the south, with gales likely in the far north and northwest.
Largely mild with the chance of some brief colder spells between systems.
Louis Allwood Today, 07:00
Snow to hit Wednesday
According to WXCharts, the white stuff is set to begin falling on Wednesday and will continue on into next week in northern parts of the UK.
According to the Met's long-range forecast, the UK is set for an unsettled patch of weather.
The forecast says: "Looking to become increasingly unsettled through the start of this period, feeling cold with sunny spells and wintry showers to the north, while central and southern areas are expected to be cloudier with some rain, potentially heavy.
"Perhaps some disruptive winds accompanied by rain and short lived snow by the end of the week.
"Remaining changeable into the following week, in addition to possible spells of rain, some wintry, to the north, there is potential for heavy rainfall to the west and northwest.
"Strong winds likely to continue with a risk of gales across these areas, with severe gales along coastal regions.
"Temperatures generally around average, perhaps coldest to the north where some short lived cold spells could bring some brief periods of snow."
Louis Allwood Today, 06:30
Take an umbrella if you're heading out in London today
Cloudy and rather wet, with strong winds around the coast.
Perhaps drier and brighter later before more rain arrives during the evening.
Temperatures around average with the maximum temperature being 10 °C.
Louis Allwood Today, 06:00
Forecast for 18-27 February
Looking to become increasingly unsettled through the start of this period, feeling cold with sunny spells and wintry showers to the north, while central and southern areas are expected to be cloudier with some rain, potentially heavy.
Perhaps some disruptive winds accompanied by rain and short lived snow by the end of the week.
Remaining changeable into the following week, in addition to possible spells of rain, some wintry, to the north, there is potential for heavy rainfall to the west and northwest.
Strong winds likely to continue with a risk of gales across these areas, with severe gales along coastal regions.
Temperatures generally around average, perhaps coldest to the north where some short lived cold spells could bring some brief periods of snow.
Louis Allwood Today, 05:30
Cardiff forecast for today
A wet and windy start to the day with some heavy rain.
The wet and windy weather will become confined to the far south by the afternoon, with brighter conditions developing for many.
Remaining breezy. Maximum temperature 10 °C.
Louis Allwood Today, 05:00
Storm Eunice
Covering the entirety of Wales, England, Northern Ireland, and southern Scotland, Storm Eunice will hit in the early hours of Friday and will continue until 9pm.
Eunice is also classed as a "danger to life" weather warning - bringing 80mph winds, snow, and blizzard conditions.
The warning states: "Storm Eunice is likely to affect the UK on Friday bringing a period of very strong winds that could cause significant disruption.
"There is a small chance that flying debris will result in a danger to life, with fallen trees, damage to buildings and homes, roofs blown off and power lines brought down.
"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."
Louis Allwood Today, 04:30
Amber warning for Wednesday and Thursday
The Met Office have released an Amber weather warning for very strong westerly winds that are expected to develop across western Scotland and northern Northern Ireland.
The warning is for late Wednesday and will extend eastward across southern Scotland and northern England during the evening.
There is still some uncertainty in the timing and location of the strongest winds but there is the potential for inland wind gusts of 70-80 mph in places.
Gusts of 80-90 mph are possible around exposed coasts and hills.
Louis Allwood Today, 04:00
Storm Dudley set to cause travel chaos
Brits have been warned that road, rail, air and ferry services are set to be affected in the turbulent gales - with some roads and bridges potentially closing.
And there's a chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris as the country battles the blistering 90mph westerly winds.
Along with the intense wind, stormy weather and downpours are expected to stir in the UK until Sunday.
But the gales aren't the only severe weather Brits will have to face this week - with snowfall on the cards from Wednesday onwards.
Parts of Scotland are being braced for snow - which could last nearly EIGHT days.
Louis Allwood Today, 03:30
Storm Dudley to hit this week
STORM Dudley could batter Britain this week as blistering gales of 90mph are expected to hit with eight DAYS of snow on the cards.
Brits will face power cuts and danger to life warnings later this week - and the storm will be named if the severe weather triggers an amber or red weather warning.
There are currently weather warnings in place for Wednesday and Thursday - covering Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of northern England.
But the dangerously strong winds could turn into Storm Dudley - Britain's fourth named storm of the winter - if weather officials upgrade the severity before Wednesday.
The Met Office said: "There will be very strong winds at times, especially in the north. It will be a very unsettled week.
"Tuesday has unsettled weather for many, with rain, before a deep low-pressure system on Wednesday. It will be closely watched as it brings wet and windy conditions.
"And the changeable theme continues with further spells of wet and windy weather. Conditions will be colder at times in the north, with wintry showers."
Louis Allwood Today, 03:00
UK weather outlook for Tuesday and Wednesday
On Tuesday a band of cloud and rain will track south-eastwards across the country and will be locally heavy before clearing to reveal showers, some wintry.
Wednesday will bring another unsettled and overcast day with cloudy skies and rain tracking north-eastwards which will be locally heavy.
Louis Allwood Today, 02:30
Exact date ’10-inch snowbomb’ will hit
FORECASTERS have revealed the exact date a 10 inch snowbomb will hit the UK with a -10C storm set to engulf Britain.
Weather modelling maps show Brits should start preparing for arctic conditions - with almost the entirety of the UK set to see snow.
WX Charts show the storm will move in from the west next Sunday February 20 - and will continue into the following week.
In the meantime Valentine’s Day plans could be frozen as Brits brace for a whiteout February 14.
But lovers are in for lashings of rain and gale-force winds before the snow comes down.
Louis Allwood Today, 02:00
Explained: How should you prepare for safe driving in snow?
Before heading off in the snow, plan your journey carefully and keep up-to-date with local weather reports.
Also:
Allow more time than you usually would and ensure all the snow is clear from your vehicle. It is actually against the law to drive with snow on your car. Carry a lock de-icer with you to clear your locks. Make sure any auto wiper control is switched off before turning the ignition on. If they are frozen to the screen the control fuse will blow. Check your tyres for adequate tread so the grip is sufficient. If conditions are very bad you may want to consider using snow socks or chains. Use a good screenwash that protects down to at least -35C to prevent the water from freezing.
Being gentler on the throttle and brakes and slowing down, particularly on rural or ungritted routes, can help ensure a safe and trouble-free journey, advises the RAC.
Louis Allwood Today, 01:30
Snow for 12 DAYS expected
A NEW map has shown the UK will be hit with snow for 12 DAYS as an Arctic blast brings "23 INCHES" of the white stuff.
Flurries are expected across the country, starting in Scotland today and spreading south into next week - with temperatures hitting a chilly -7 in parts.
On February 16, vast swathes of the west coast down to Cornwall will see flurries too, before the snow continues towards the end of the month.
Louis Allwood Today, 01:00
Early March will be mild
This period is likely to see a continuation of changeable conditions with systems arriving from the Atlantic, although perhaps becoming drier in many areas with most of the rain confined to the far north and northwest.
Many areas remaining windy but less so in the south, with gales likely in the far north and northwest.
Largely mild with the chance of some brief colder spells between systems.
Louis Allwood Today, 00:30
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Louis Allwood Today, 00:00
The chilliest regions that got cold weather payments
THOUSANDS of residents in three of the coldest parts of Great Britain have received ￡25 government payouts seven times during the winter as temperatures plunged below zero.
Government data has revealed the British regions where most Cold Weather Payments payments have been made so far this year – is your area included?
Here are the coldest regions where seven Cold Weather Payments have been made so far this year:
Braemar:
Angus Perth and North Perthshire West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Number eligible for payment: 1,000 Loch Glascarnoch:
Caithness Sutherland and Easter Ross Inverness Nairn Badenoch and Strathspey Ross Skye and Lochaber
Number eligible for payment: 1,000 Tulloch Bridge:
Argyll and Bute Inverness Nairn Badenoch and Strathspey Paisley and Renfrewshire North Perth and North Perthshire Ross Skye and Lochaber Stirling
Number eligible for payment: 2,000
Joseph Gamp 14th Feb 2022, 23:45
London weather forcast for Tuesday
The Met Office says weather in capital will be "cloudy and windy with rain, heavy at times" tomorrow.
It added: "Becoming drier, brighter and less windy from the northwest later in the afternoon, but further rain and brisk winds overnight.
"Maximum temperature 10 °C."
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