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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the ScopePress weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
Prepare for wind gusts of 60–70 mph across northern and western areas from Tuesday evening into Wednesday, as Storm Benjamin brings a deep low-pressure system to the UK. The Met Office has issued yellow wind warnings for Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of northwest England.
What are the expected wind speeds and affected regions?
Storm Benjamin is forecast to produce gusts of 60–70 mph along exposed coasts and hills, with inland areas seeing 50–55 mph. The strongest winds will hit Northern Ireland and western Scotland late Tuesday, then push east across Scotland and northern England through Wednesday morning. A separate band of heavy rain, 20–30 mm in six hours, may cause localised flooding in southwest Scotland and Cumbria.
When will Storm Benjamin arrive and how long will it last?
The system reaches Northern Ireland by Tuesday evening, crosses Scotland overnight, and clears into the North Sea by Wednesday afternoon. The storm benjamin met office yellow warnings are in force from 6pm Tuesday to midday Wednesday. A storm benjamin uk map shows the low centre tracking just north of the Outer Hebrides, keeping the strongest winds to the west and north. For those asking has storm benjamin passed, conditions will improve from west to east after Wednesday lunchtime.
Will Storm Benjamin affect travel?
Yes. Ferries to and from Northern Ireland and the Western Isles may be disrupted, and the M74, A9, and A1 in Scotland face cross-wind hazards. Rail operators may impose speed restrictions. Check before you travel.
Is Storm Benjamin linked to the cold snap?
No. This is a deep Atlantic low, not an Arctic outbreak. However, colder air follows behind the storm, so temperatures will drop to 2–5°C by Thursday morning across Scotland and northern England.
Where can I track Storm Benjamin in real time?
The storm benjamin uk tracker is available via the Met Office’s weather radar and the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page. The storm benjamin uk scotland zone is the most active, with frequent radar updates.
For ongoing updates, visit the UK weather hub or check the Moderate Rainfall Warning page for flood alerts. Those in Northern Ireland should also see Storm Amy Uk for a comparison of recent systems.