Leeds weather: Met Office hour-by-hour forecast for city as Storm Boelo’s strong winds cause disruption
Gusts of around 55mph are forecast to hit Leeds today, with the strong winds also predicted to continue into next week.
Stormy conditions will continue in Leeds on Sunday 25 October as Storm Boelo hits the UK.
A Met Office yellow wind warning, which has a medium (25-50%) likelihood and a significant impact, is in force for Leeds until 9pm on Sunday.
Gusts of 54mph are forecast for the city, with the wind expected to reduce slightly throughout the day, but still remaining strong.
A number of flights to and from Leeds Bradford Airport have been diverted.
An airport spokesperson said: “Our teams on the ground are working hard in challenging weather conditions to support customers and manage the impact of the disruption.
“If you are parked with us and your return flight is delayed, you do not need to contact us. No additional parking charges will apply as a result of the disruption.
“We'd like to thank all customers for their patience and understanding while our teams work through these challenging conditions. We will share further updates as more information becomes available.”
The Met Office is predicting the windy conditions to continue into early next week.
Met Office hour-by-hour forecast Sunday 25 October
12pm - Sunny intervals, 40% chance of precipitation, 54mph gusts
1pm - Light rain shower, 60% chance of precipitation, 54mph gusts
2pm - Light rain shower, 70% chance of precipitation, 53mph gusts
3pm - Light rain shower, 60% chance of precipitation, 52mph gusts
4pm - Sunny, 20% chance of precipitation, 48mph gusts
5pm - Clear night, 20% chance of precipitation, 45mph gusts
6pm - Partly cloudy, 40% chance of precipitation, 44mph gusts
7pm - Light rain shower, 60% chance of precipitation, 43mph gusts
8pm - Light rain shower, 50% chance of precipitation, 41mph gusts
9pm - Clear night, 40% chance of precipitation, 39mph gusts
10pm - Clear night, 20% chance of precipitation, 36mph gusts
11pm - Partly cloudy, <5% chance of precipitation, 29mph gusts
Gusts of up to 41mph and 45mph are forecast for Leeds on Monday 26 October and Tuesday 27 October. 30mph gusts are predicted for Wednesday 28 October, before they drop to 15mph on Thursday 29 October.
Met Office Yorkshire and Humber weather forecast
Sunday 25 October day
Heavy showers in the morning, gradually fading, with a few brighter and drier spells later. Another stormy day, with gales affecting some places and very strong gusts at times. The wind gradually eases by the evening, but it remains breezy. Maximum temperature 11 °C.
Sunday 25 October night
Breezy with showers, mostly across the Pennines, clear spells elsewhere. Clouding over later, with light rain across western parts by Monday morning. The wind gradually eases to a gentle breeze. Minimum temperature 5 °C.
Monday 26 October
Cloudy, with rain affecting most places by mid-morning. The bulk of the rain clears during the afternoon, with clear spells developing by the evening. Turning breezy in the afternoon. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
Outlook for Tuesday 27 October to Thursday 28 October
Remaining breezy, with showers affecting some on Tuesday and Wednesday. Turning increasingly settled, with lighter winds by Thursday.