Residents in Torquay should prepare for a significant shift in weather on Thursday 9 April 2026, as the Met Office has issued a forecast for strong wind gusts reaching 37mph. These conditions, which are well above the typical April average wind speed of 16.4mph, are expected to peak in the mid-afternoon around 3pm.
The forecasted winds are notable, with the Met Office noting that winds of this intensity are strong enough to break twigs off trees and make walking outside difficult. In addition to the wind, temperatures will be notably cooler, with a daytime high of 14C that will feel closer to 10C due to the wind chill. Overnight temperatures are set to drop to 4C.
To prevent property damage and potential injury, the Met Office advises residents to secure loose items around their homes. This includes garden furniture, bins, trampolines, tents, and checking that fences and sheds are properly fastened.
The weather will remain unsettled throughout the day on Thursday, with rain chances beginning at 30% by 10am. This unstable pattern is expected to continue through the weekend, with rain probabilities ranging between 30% and 40% from Friday through Sunday. Local authorities, including Torbay Council, have previously managed the impact of severe weather on local infrastructure, including temporary road closures along the seafront during past high-wind events.
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