Coastal overtopping - Tuesday
Issued at 15:15 GMT
on Monday 02 February 2026
by Ronaldsway Met Office
Warning type
Coastal overtopping
Colour code
Amber
Areas likely to be affected
Exposed coasts.
Adverse conditions are expected to affect the Island
From 10:30 GMT on Tuesday 03 February 2026
Until 14:30 GMT on Tuesday 03 February 2026
Strong easterly winds will combine with a quite big tide tomorrow (high tide approx. 12:24), resulting in significant overtopping of waves at a few locations around the island. Debris will be brought ashore.
The whole of Douglas promenade will be particularly susceptible, but also Laxey and Ramsey proms and one or two other locations (possibly the western parts of Castletown prom and Shore Road).
(The tide at its very highest will be close to the top of some of the most prone harbours/ quaysides, but no notable flooding is expected in these places).
More information
Issued by
Colin Gartshore
Warning number
15/26
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.
