The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for rain and wind in London until 11:59pm today (November 2) as a result of the storm.
Most areas could see rainfall of up to 30mm, although some areas could see anything between 40mm-60mm of rain over the coming days.
Strong winds are also set to hit London today as a result of Storm Ciarán, with most areas potentially experiencing winds of up to 60 miles per hour.
Here’s an hour-by-hour weather forecast for today:
Today (November 2)
Storm Ciarán is expected to bring rain for most of the day along with strong winds which Met Office has said could have “potentially damaging” gusts.
The rain is expected to ease towards the evening:
- 6am – Heavy rain
- 7am – Heavy rain
- 8am – Heavy rain
- 9am – Light shower
- 10am – Light shower
- 11am – Heavy rain
- 12pm – Heavy rain
- 1pm – Light rain
- 2pm – Light rain
- 3pm – Light rain
- 4pm – Light rain
- 5pm – Heavy rain
- 6pm – Heavy rain
- 7pm – Heavy rain
- 8pm – Heavy rain
- 9pm – Light rain
- 10pm – Light rain
- 11pm – Light rain
What to expect
Today’s and tomorrow’s wet and windy weather could affect transport services, with the possibility of some services being delayed or cancelled.
Potential flooding and strong winds could lead to damage to businesses or homes, along with potential flooding which could affect roads.
Tomorrow’s weather may also lead to power cuts, which could affect services as a result of the strong winds.
Met Office are warning of potential flying debris and strong floods which could result in a “danger to life.”
There is also the chance that some roads, bridges and railway lines could close, causing delays to travel services.
The forecast in full
Wet and very windy in association with Storm Ciarán.
Rain for much of the day, easing overnight.
Very strong winds with potentially damaging gusts, especially on coasts.
Maximum temperature 13 °C.
https://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/23894044.met-office-london-weather-storm-ciaran-hits-london/
