[A] very windy spell will develop during Wednesday night in association with a deep area of low pressure.
The strongest winds will reach the west coast during the early hours of Thursday before spreading eastwards during the day.
A Met Office spokesman said: “Westerly winds are likely to gust between 50 and 60 mph in many areas and possibly around 70 mph in some exposed locations.
“Winds should gradually ease from the west during Thursday afternoon.
“In addition, a spell of heavy rain will accompany the wind with the highest rainfall totals over parts of western Scotland.”
- There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected
- There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs
- There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
- There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties
- There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris
