Scottish Flood Forecast
Last updated on 22/01/2026 at 10:20
Summary
Persistent and heavy rain on Thursday will result in some disruptive river flooding in parts of Tayside, Angus and Aberdeenshire. Elsewhere in parts of central and northeast Scotland some significant river flooding is still possible through into Friday. On Thursday, strong winds and high waves along the east coast of the country could cause isolated spray and wave overtopping which may impact low-lying land and roads.
Thursday
22 January 2026
Friday
23 January 2026
Saturday
24 January 2026
Flood impacts
Amber: Likely impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure
Yellow: Possible impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure
Yellow: Possible impacts are:
- Flooding affecting parts of communities
- Danger to life and damage to buildings
- Disruption to infrastructure
Flooding impacts are unlikely today
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