Commuters in Washington, Tyne and Wear, are being told to prepare for travel disruption starting Thursday 12 March 2026. The Met Office has forecasted windier weather for the North East, with gusts expected to reach up to 54mph in the local area.
This shift in weather is expected to bring persistent rain alongside the high winds, which could slow down traffic and impact public transport networks. People travelling on exposed routes or using footpaths are advised to take extra care while the weather system passes through the region.
The government flood service reports that local surface water flooding is possible across parts of England on Thursday 12 March and Friday 13 March 2026. While the service says flooding is possible but not currently expected, it warns that water on the roads could lead to travel delays and some properties could be affected.
Residents are encouraged to factor in extra time for their daily journeys and to keep an eye on updates from local travel operators. The change in weather is being caused by an incoming Atlantic system, which is bringing a mix of heavy rain and strong gusts to the region for the remainder of the week.
