The week ahead brings a dynamic and unsettled spell of weather across the UK, with Storm Bram setting the tone for the start of the period.
As we move through the week, the weather remains changeable, with further spells of rain, strong winds, and fluctuating temperatures. Here’s what to expect day by day.
Storm Bram arrives
Storm Bram is a significant area of low pressure and Tuesday morning will see many areas waking to widespread strong winds and heavy rain. The morning rush hour could be particularly challenging, with disruption likely from the outset due to both wind and rain.
The rain is the initial cause for concern, with very wet conditions overnight. As the day progresses, the rain sweeps north and east, easing a little into the afternoon. Some brighter weather is possible, though further spells of rain will reach western Scotland, with showers elsewhere. Cloud breaks may develop, but it’s after the main band of rain clears that the winds are expected to intensify further.
Multiple weather warnings are in force, highlighting the risk of flooding, disruption, and damaging winds.
#StormBram brings a widely wet and windy start to the day on Tuesday ⚠️
— Met Office (@metoffice) December 8, 2025
Heavy spells of rain will spread northwards through the morning, with the strongest winds expected along western coasts 🌧️🌬️ pic.twitter.com/KV3Pguyxyv
Rainfall accumulations and flood risk
Rainfall totals are expected to be significant. Through Monday night, rain quickly moved into the south and spread north-eastwards across the UK. Of particular concern are parts of South Wales and Dartmoor, where an amber warning was in force due to the risk of 100mm or more of rainfall in some of the wettest spots. This rain fell onto already saturated ground, following a very wet November and start to December, increasing the risk of flooding and transport disruption.
Winds strengthen: Tuesday into Wednesday
As Storm Bram deepens, winds will strengthen further through Tuesday. Gusts of 50 to 60mph are expected widely across western parts of the UK, with 40 to 50mph further east. Exposed western coasts could see gusts of 70mph, and parts of Northern Ireland may experience even stronger winds.
The greatest concern, however, is for northwest Scotland, where winds are expected to peak during Tuesday evening. Gusts of 80mph are likely, with the most exposed spots, such as the Outer Hebrides, potentially seeing gusts up to 90 mph as Storm Bram makes a close pass. The strongest winds will then move northwards into Shetland and Orkney overnight into Wednesday, before gradually easing during the morning.
Midweek: Rain, wind, and a gradual improvement
Wednesday will start blustery, with spells of heavy rain continuing to affect the north and northwest of Scotland. Gale force winds will persist here, but further south, conditions will improve with brighter skies and only gusty, rather than severe, winds. Showers will fade in the south by the afternoon, giving way to plenty of sunshine.
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However, further showers will affect northern England, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, with some heavy downpours and the possibility of thunder. Temperatures will be a little lower than Tuesday, at 12°C or 13°C, but still above average for the time of year.
Late week: Another low approaches
By later Wednesday, Storm Bram will move away, but another area of low pressure will begin to approach for Thursday. This system is slower moving, swinging a weather front in from the west. However, its progress will be hampered by an extension of higher pressure towards the southeast, leading to some mist, fog, and a touch of frost first thing on Thursday in the southeast.
As the day progresses, winds will pick up again and cloud will increase, with rain reaching Northern Ireland and western Scotland. The east will hold onto brighter skies for longer, though a few showers may break out in western parts of Britain. Temperatures will remain relatively mild.
Friday and the weekend: Unsettled and turning fresher
The weather front will continue to make its way eastwards across the UK on Friday, but it is expected to fizzle out, bringing little rain to the east and southeast. Brighter skies will follow from the west, but winds will start to pick up again in the northwest of Scotland, with showers returning here. By the end of Friday, it will feel fresher, with temperatures in the single figures in the far north and west.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the jet stream remains active, sending further areas of low pressure across the UK. Saturday will start bright for many, but frequent showers will move in, followed by longer spells of rain in the northwest and strengthening winds. Sunday is expected to be another very unsettled day, with further rain and wind affecting much of the country.
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