Scottish Flood Forecast
Last updated on 22/10/2026 at 13:28
Summary
Sustained and heavy rain is expected to affect parts eastern & central Scotland from Friday and through the weekend, with the greater risks around Fife, Edinburgh, the Lothians and Scottish Borders. There is currently a low chance of some significant river flooding impacts on Friday but forecast details remain uncertain and the situation is being closely monitored. There could be further moderate impacts due to rain and coastal flooding on Saturday.
Thursday
22 October 2026
Friday
23 October 2026
Saturday
24 October 2026
Flood impacts
Flooding impacts are unlikely today
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
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