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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the MarketUK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
Prepare for gusts of 60–70 mph in Edinburgh as Storm Floris arrives late Thursday, with the strongest winds likely between 3am and 9am Friday. The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning covering the city and much of central and southern Scotland.
How strong will the wind be in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh can expect sustained winds of 40–50 mph, with gusts reaching 60–70 mph on exposed routes such as the Forth Road Bridge and Arthur’s Seat. The core of the storm passes overnight Thursday into Friday morning, easing by early afternoon. A separate yellow rain warning also applies for parts of eastern Scotland, with 20–30 mm possible in a few hours.
What should I do to stay safe?
Secure garden furniture, bins and loose items before Thursday evening. If travelling, allow extra time for delays on the M8, A720 and rail services across the Lothians. The storm floris tracker shows the low-pressure system moving northeast across the UK, so disruption may extend into Friday morning rush hour.
Will Storm Floris affect flights from Edinburgh Airport?
Yes, crosswinds near 60 mph may cause delays or cancellations, especially on early Friday departures. Check with your airline before travelling. The storm floris update from the Met Office advises monitoring flight boards from 6am.
Is Storm Floris a named storm in the UK?
Yes, the Met Office named Storm Floris on Wednesday. It follows the same naming system as storms Darragh and Éowyn earlier in the 2024–25 season. The storm floris uk track brings it across northern England and southern Scotland overnight.
Will Storm Floris hit Belfast or other UK cities?
Storm floris belfast will see gusts of 50–60 mph late Thursday, with a yellow wind warning for Northern Ireland. For the latest on the storm floris scotland map, see our Moderate Rainfall Warning page.
For the latest on Storm Floris Edinburgh and other weather events, visit our UK weather hub or check the 10-day forecast for your area.