Severe Gales
Issued at 10:30 BST
on Friday 03 April 2026
by Ronaldsway Met Office
Warning type
Severe Gales
Colour code
Yellow
Areas likely to be affected
All island.
Adverse conditions are expected to affect the Island
From 19:00 BST on Saturday 04 April 2026
Until 01:00 BST on Sunday 05 April 2026
Storm Dave will bring severe gales across the island on Saturday evening, before steadily easing overnight.
Through Saturday afternoon, the strong southerly wind will gradually increase to gale force across the island, before veering southwest and increasing to severe gale force during the evening, with gusts widely 60-70mph, and a small risk of gusts up to 75mph in exposed locations. The whole of the island will be affected, however the north may experience the gustiest conditions due to the position of the storm.
The wind will gradually decrease and veer westerly from around midnight, becoming a fresh to strong westerly by Sunday morning.
The situation will be closely monitored and this warning will be updated to reflect any changes in the forecast.
More information
Issued by
Stephanie Clayton
Warning number
43/26
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.
