GALES are expected to develop in Croydon this afternoon.
Very strong southwesterly winds for the time of year are predicted to extend across much of central England.
Gusts of 50 mph are likely to develop fairly widely inland, with severe gales and gusts of 55-65 mph along exposed coasts in the south and west.
Temperatures are low with a high of 13 degrees expected in Sussex today, and some rain this evening.
