Residents in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, are being told to prepare for wind gusts of up to 34mph and heavy rain across Sunday 1 March and Monday 2 March 2026. The unsettled weather is expected to cause travel delays and could result in blown-over garden items and difficult conditions for those outdoors.
The Met Office predicts the strongest wind gusts will hit on both Sunday and Monday. While these gusts reach speeds equivalent to a near gale on the Beaufort scale, the sustained winds will be lighter. However, the conditions may still make walking against the wind unpleasant, and there is an 80 per cent chance of rain forecast for 6:00 AM on Sunday morning.
Current river levels remain high following a very wet winter, leading the Environment Agency to maintain flood alerts for the River Severn. Low-lying areas including Sandhurst Lane, Maisemore, and Alney Island are at a higher risk of flooding because the ground in the region is already saturated.
Local organisations, including Gloucester Cathedral, are monitoring the situation as the wind and rain may affect people travelling to services or community events. Residents are advised to secure their bins and garden furniture to prevent them from being blown away during the gusts.
Drivers and commuters should check for potential road closures in flood-prone areas before starting their journeys. Official updates will continue to be provided by weather and environmental services throughout the weekend to help the community stay safe.
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