The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Washington and the surrounding areas this weekend as Storm Dave brings the threat of high winds. The warning is in effect from 5pm on Saturday, 4 April, until 7am on Sunday, 5 April 2026, and residents are being urged to prepare for potential travel disruption and damage to property.
Forecasters expect widespread wind gusts of 50 to 60mph across the region, with speeds potentially reaching 70mph in exposed locations. These conditions come during the Easter bank holiday, a period when the RAC warns that millions of people will be travelling on the roads to visit family and friends, marking the busiest Easter on record since 2022.
The strong winds are likely to cause issues for transport services, including delays and potential cancellations for road, rail, air, and ferry travel. Drivers, particularly those operating high-sided vehicles, should exercise caution on exposed routes and bridges, as these areas may face restrictions or temporary closures.
Beyond travel, the weather system brings a slight chance of power cuts that could disrupt mobile phone coverage. Residents are also advised to check their properties for loose items, as there is a possibility of minor damage, such as tiles being blown from roofs. Temperatures in Washington are forecast to reach 14°C on Saturday, before cooling to 10°C on Sunday amid light rain and showers.
Storm Dave, which was named on Thursday, 2 April, is the fourth named weather system of 2026. The name was selected after a public nomination for a husband who could “snore three times louder than any storm.”
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