Good evening Western Isles on this Thursday evening we are seeing some heavy rain moving across the Western isles with some sleet and snow showers. Winds gusting 40 to 50 mph. Today’s high of 3.6C
Overnight – We are going to see some heavy and persistent slow moving rain. Slightly lighter rain for north Lewis. Mixed in with this we are going to see sleet and snow. The greatest risk of snow over higher ground. Winds of 20 to 40 mph gusting 50 mph.
Morning – Further heavy rain but this will gradually clear from the East moving Westwards with overcast and dry conditions behind. Some sunny spells and further sleet and snow showers in the West. Winds of 20 to 40 mph gusting 50 mph at times.
Afternoon – A few lingering spells of rain but this will clear away for all by late afternoon. Overcast mainly with some sunny spells. Winds of 20 to 40 mph.
Evening – Overcast with some clear spells the cloud will mainly dominate. A few showers and risk of frost and ice. Winds of 20 to 40 mph.
Winds will be from East and North East. Temps of 1C to 5C but feeling colder in the wind chill.
Sunrise and Sunset
Stornoway – 08:22 and 16:58
South Uist – 08:23 and 17:06
3 days ahead
Saturday – Overcast dull with brisk winds and wintry showers
Sunday – Cold icy with blustery winds
Monday – Cold icy with some sunny spells.
Have a great evening.
