Coastal Overtopping
Issued at 15:50 GMT
on Thursday 22 January 2026
by Ronaldsway Met Office
Warning type
Coastal Overtopping
Colour code
Yellow
Areas likely to be affected
Douglas, Laxey and Ramsey Promenades, parts of Shore Road (Rushen), and to a lesser extent Castletown Promenade.
Adverse conditions are expected to affect the Island
From 00:00 GMT on Friday 23 January 2026
Until 16:00 GMT on Friday 23 January 2026
[Updated 05:30] Strong east or southeast winds will likely lead to minor coastal overtopping of waves for the next high tide [Friday 23rd January at ~14:05], with a risk of sea water and slight debris washing onto some exposed coastal roads and promenades.
There will likely be less splash over for the high tide overnight, compared to tomorrow afternoon, as the winds begin to veer more to the southeast and ease for a time around then, whereas tomorrow afternoon's high tide will be accompanied by a strong easterly.
More information
Issued by
Stephanie Clayton
Warning number
09/26
Colour code
- Yellow
- ‘Be Aware’ - Risk of bad weather affecting activities. Some travel delays, risk of minor damage, localised or temporary disruption.
- Amber
- ’Be Prepared’ - Risk of severe weather impacting on work, schools & travel. Some disruption & damage in places. Risk of injury.
- Red
- ‘Take Action’ - Extreme conditions likely. Widespread damage, travel disruption, interruption to power & communication. Risk to life.
