A SEVERE weather warning has been issued across Hampshire for Wednesday and Thursday this week.

The Met Office has issued the yellow weather warning for all of England and Wales, set to last from 9pm on Wednesday to 3pm on Thursday.

Strong winds are expected, accompanied by heavy and blustery showers which may bring some disruption to England and Wales.

Gusts of 50-55mph are possible inland with up to 60-70mph on coasts and hills.

Chief Meteorologist Andy Page, said: “After the recent settled spell the weather will turn more unsettled this week with strong winds and rain. Yellow weather warnings for wind are in force.

“The second of two areas of low pressure is likely to bring the most widespread strong winds, with gusts of 55mph widely across England and Wales later on Wednesday and Thursday, with gusts up to 70mph in exposed western locations.”

As the areas of low pressure move away from the UK through Thursday afternoon the winds will ease and the rain will turn more showery with spells of sunshine. Blustery showers will continue through the weekend.

Weather forecast:

Today:

Often wet and windy through Wednesday with spells of rain pushing across all areas with some heavy bursts at times. Winds will be strong throughout the day and it will feel cool, especially in the east. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Tonight:

Heavy rain will persist during the evening, clearing after midnight to leave a very windy night with scattered showers. Gales may develop in places through the early hours. Minimum temperature 8 °C.

Thursday:

A very windy start to the day with gales in places and further heavy, blustery showers. Winds will ease slightly leaving a day of sunshine and heavy showers. Feeling chilly. Maximum temperature 11 °C.

Outlook for Friday to Sunday:

Staying windy on Friday with sunshine and heavy, blustery showers. Perhaps some heavier rain on Saturday with a further risk of gales. Mainly dry and bright on Sunday.