Scots are being warned to expect further blasts of winds and downpours over the next week as the Met Office predicts a 10-day spell of wild weather.
Forecasters say the autumnal mix of wind and rain will 'dominate' the weather over the coming days. It comes as bands of heavy rain and accompanying blustery winds are set to move in from the northwest.
Road users across the UK have been warned to take care amid the strong winds and heavy rain. Motorists have been urged to plan ahead, check their cars before heading out, and to take extra care 'at all times'.
The predictions follow a week of several wind and rain warnings as distinctly autumnal weather drenched the country. Sodden Scots looking for a reprieve will be glad to hear of some upcoming breaks of sunshine.
Meteorologist Alex Deaken reports the 10-day forecast will see a mix of sunshine and showers together with some pretty blustery winds. Saturday is 'likely' to be drier for most with just a chance of a few showers in the north.
Speaking to the Met Office 10 Day Trend, Alex said: "The pressure pattern for the next few days will be dominated by low pressure to the north and high pressure to the south.
"Plenty of isobars are on the charts, meaning it's going to stay pretty blustery. At times we'll see these weather fronts drifting through, bringing bands of showery rain across the country."
On Friday, a band of showers will drift southward through the day, bringing some heavy bursts of rain as it moves across the country. He added: "Up until Saturday, we’re going to see a mixture of sunshine and showers with strong, blustery westerly winds."
The report comes amid a warning from National Highways as motorists have been called on to check their vehicles to reduce the chance of breakdowns.
Amy Shaw, National Network Manager, at National Highways, said: "Weather such as high winds and heavy rain can have an impact on road users when they are travelling. We always recommend everyone plans ahead before their journey, checks the latest weather forecasts and allow extra time.
"When driving in challenging weather conditions, people should also adjust their driving behaviour and take extra care at all times. It's also a good idea for people to check their vehicles, such as tyres, coolant and oil levels, before heading out to reduce the risk of breakdowns."
The weather next week
Going into next week, the theme will be unsettled weather as more spells of wind and rain are driven across the Atlantic.
Alex continued: "A little area of high pressure is looking to build in and bring many places and fine and dry day on Saturday.
"Sunday, however, has a few more doubts. That area of high pressure will be slinking off and then weather fronts and low-pressure systems – a couple of them, in fact – look to merge to bring some more unsettled weather on Sunday. However, there’s some uncertainty about the position, track and timing of these fronts.
"What we look to be left with through next week is a similar pattern to what we've got now, with low pressure systems mostly to the north and areas of high pressure to the south and a reasonably active jet stream pushing everything along."
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