Scotland weather warning: Winds of up to to 75mph set to batter parts of nation this weekend

The Met office issued a yellow warning for Scotland

Scotland has been issued a yellow weather warning by the Met office.

South Westerly winds of up to 75mph are set to hit the North West coast of the country on Friday and Saturday.

In a statement the forecasters said: "A spell of unseasonably strong south-westerly winds will affect parts of north-west Scotland, particularly the Western Isles later today, easing during the early hours of Saturday.

“Gusts of 60-65 mph are expected, with the possibility of a few gusts of 70-75 mph in exposed parts of Barra, North and South Uist.”

Those who are planning travel today are advised to take extra care.

This weather alert comes after Scotland enjoyed highs of 22C this week in a heat wave that saw crowds flock to the country’s beaches despite current lockdown rules.

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