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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Isle of Wight coast

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High tides on Tuesday may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible for 1 hour either side of Tuesday evening's tide at 21:47 on 04/11/2025. 

The weather increases tide table values by 0.34m. Total forecast tide is 4.63 metres Chart Datum (2.04 mAOD). Very minor impact flooding will affect some seafront 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, seawater forced up through drains may cause minor impacts to the road at Albany Road. Wednesday's tide at 10:02 05/11/25 is forecast to be 50cm higher (2.54 mAOD). No significant rainfall is forecast. Flood impacts are predicted until Saturday 08/11/25. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Consider activating any flood protection products you may have . 

This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 05 November 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Coast around the Isle of Wight.

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