Storm Bert to Bring Heavy Rain and Winds to Wales This Weekend
Weather forecasts show Storm Bert is expected to hit Wales with gales, flooding, and blizzards over the weekend. The second named storm of the season is predicted to bring heavy rain, snow, and strong winds across the country. A yellow warning for rain covering most of the nation has been issued, along with a separate yellow warning for wind in coastal areas of west Wales. Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Dan Holley stated that Storm Bert will bring a shift to milder air, with wintry hazards decreasing gradually through the weekend. However, heavy snowfall is anticipated in parts of northern England and Scotland, particularly over higher ground. Additionally, heavy rain is expected in southern and western parts of the UK, with up to 100 mm of rainfall possible over high ground in parts of Wales and southwest England. Rapid melting of snow and strong winds may exacerbate travel disruption and flooding. The weekend weather maps show torrential downpours with varying intensities of rainfall across Wales, starting on Saturday and continuing into Sunday. The Met Office warns of unsettled weather extending into the following week, with strong winds and showers in many areas. Although temperatures will be around average, the strong winds will make it feel colder. Looking further ahead, there are hints of a brief return to colder conditions with wintry showers, especially in the north, before transitioning to unsettled and milder weather by the end of the week.
Summary:
Storm Bert is set to bring challenging weather conditions to Wales over the weekend, including heavy rain, snow, and strong winds. The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for rain and wind, with significant impacts expected. The weather maps illustrate the intensities of rainfall expected across the country, with the possibility of travel disruption and flooding. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and be prepared for the changing conditions.