Storm Amy Uk
Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the British News Desk weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
Storm Amy, named by the Met Office on 21 March 2025, brought a broad swathe of strong winds and heavy rain across the UK, with peak gusts of 70–80 mph recorded along exposed coasts in western Scotland and Northern Ireland. The system moved eastwards through the day, gradually weakening as it cleared by evening.
What was the track and wind speed of Storm Amy?
The storm developed from a deep Atlantic low, pushing east across the UK. The storm amy map showed the centre passing just north of Scotland, with the strongest winds—storm amy wind speed reaching 75 mph at Stornoway—affecting the Hebrides and the Northern Isles. Inland, gusts of 50–60 mph were common across central and southern Scotland, northern England and Wales, with a yellow wind warning in place.
What was the practical impact for the UK?
The main disruption came from fallen trees, localised travel delays on roads and rail, and temporary ferry cancellations on western routes. There was no major flood risk, as rainfall totals were modest—typically 15–25 mm. The storm amy uk 2025 event was short-lived, with conditions improving by early afternoon for most areas.
Did Storm Amy cause any significant damage?
No major structural damage was reported. The main issues were downed branches, some temporary power cuts in exposed coastal areas, and travel disruption on ferries and trains in western Scotland.
How does Storm Amy compare to other named storms in 2025?
It was a moderate, fast-moving storm. Wind speeds were lower than Storm Éowyn (January 2025) but similar to a typical March low. The 10 day forecast showed no further named storms in the following week.
Where can I track future storm updates?
For live updates, check the UK weather hub for daily outlooks, or the moderate rainfall warning page if you are in a warning zone.
