Flood Warning: Isle of Wight coast
Message Last Updated:
2026-10-25 17:43:00
Severity Last Changed:
2026-10-24 15:01:00
High tides on Monday may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible for 1 hour either side of Monday morning's tide at 10:30 on 26/10/2026.
The weather increases tide table values by 0.38 m. Total forecast tide is 4.78 metres Chart Datum (2.19 mAOD) at Cowes. Strong Southerly Force 5 wind. Very minor impact flooding will affect some sea front roads, esplanades and car parks across the Island. Water will be high up slipways in Cowes, affecting Medina Road and the floating bridge. In East Cowes, sea water forced up through drains may cause very minor impacts to the road at Albany Road. Monday's tide at 23:00 26/10/2026 is forecast to be 16 cm lower (2.03 mAOD).
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Consider activating any flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
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