Drivers in the UK have been offered urgent advice by the RAC ahead of the arrival of Storm Chandra this week.
The Met Office has announced the next named storm as Chandra , which is forecast to bring strong winds, heavy rain and snow across much of the UK on Tuesday.
Forecasters say flooding and travel disruption are likely in some places and there will also be some significant snow across higher ground in some northern parts of England and some of Scotland.
Several weather warnings have been issued, including amber warnings for south-west England and the eastern coast of Northern Ireland for rain and wind respectively.
#StormChandra has been named and is forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the UK on Tuesday ⚠️
Flooding and travel disruption is likely in places and there will also be some significant snow across higher ground in some northern areas ❄️ pic.twitter.com/3DP8g3MrBz— Met Office (@metoffice) January 26, 2026
Less severe yellow warnings are in place for all of Northern Ireland and a more extensive area of south west England, as well as parts of northern England and Scotland.
The RAC have issued warnings to drivers ahead of the storm's arrival.
Nick Mullender, RAC's mobile servicing and repairs team leader, said: "Another named storm is set to heap more misery on motorists, with drivers in the south‑west of England once again bearing the brunt after weeks of relentless rain.
"Flooding is highly likely, making many roads dangerous. Our message to drivers is simple: do not drive through standing water unless you are completely certain the water is shallow enough and it's safe to do so.
“In these conditions, drivers need to slow down and stay alert. Wet roads can double stopping distances, so taking a cautious, steady approach and allowing extra time to react is essential.
“And if your vehicle already has known faults, now is not the time to take risks. Avoid unnecessary journeys and get issues fixed promptly by a trusted mobile mechanic or local garage.”
Met Office Chief Forecaster, Paul Gundersen, said: “Storm Chandra will bring a range of hazards to the UK through Monday night and Tuesday. Initially strong winds will impact the Isles of Scilly, western Cornwall and southwest Wales which are still vulnerable after Storm Goretti, gusts of 70 to 80mph are possible here.
"Heavy rain is an additional hazard as it falls on saturated ground in Dorset and southern parts of Devon, Somerset and Cornwall.
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“As Chandra interacts with colder air further north snow becomes a hazard, with 10-20cm of snow possibly accumulating over higher ground in the Pennines, southern Scotland and the Highlands.
"With a complex spell of weather, its important people stay up to date with the forecast and any warnings in your area.”
Storm Chandra is the next storm on the western Europe storm naming group list shared between the UK, Ireland and Netherlands. Other recent storms, such as Storm Goretti, have been named by other storm naming centres.
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