Overview
- The Met Office issued a yellow wind warning covering 10 named areas of the south and south‑west from 9am to 7pm on Saturday, warning of widespread gusts of 45–50 mph and up to about 55 mph in exposed spots.
- Measured gusts exceeded 50 mph in parts of the south‑west and reached about 74 mph at the Needles on the Isle of Wight, underscoring localized, damaging blasts above the general forecast.
- Organisers cancelled outdoor events such as Portsmouth Pride and transport services reported delays as forecasters warned of large waves, spray, damage to temporary structures and possible short‑term power loss.
- Winds eased overnight into Sunday with rain clearing eastwards and a drier spell expected for parts of the southeast, but forecasters said changeable conditions will continue into next week.
- Longer‑range weather models show a tentative signal for a return to higher temperatures in mid to late June, though forecasters stress those projections are uncertain and dependent on shifting pressure patterns.