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5 day flood risk for Wales

The flood risk summary below was last updated at 10:30am, on Friday 9 Jan 2026.Refresh
Summary
Local inland flooding is possible but not expected across parts of Wales today (Friday), and again on Sunday and Monday. Land, roads and some properties may flood and there may be travel disruption.
5 day flood risk for Wales is usually updated at 10:30am each day and more frequently when there is medium or high flood risk.
Last updated 10:30am 9 January 2026.Refresh
Local inland flooding is possible but not expected across parts of Wales today (Friday), and again on Sunday and Monday. Land, roads and some properties may flood and there may be travel disruption.
5 day flood risk for Wales is usually updated at 10:30am each day and more frequently when there is medium or high flood risk.
Friday
9 January
Saturday
10 January
Sunday
11 January
Monday
12 January
Tuesday
13 January
Friday
09 January 2026
  • Very Low
  • No immediate action required.
Saturday
10 January 2026
  • Very Low
  • No immediate action required.
Sunday
11 January 2026
  • Very Low
  • No immediate action required.
Monday
12 January 2026
  • Very Low
  • No immediate action required.
Tuesday
13 January 2026
  • Very Low
  • No immediate action required.
Local Authorities not listed above are at very low risk.
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High
Medium
Low
Very Low
High
Medium
Low
Very Low
High Risk

Significant risk to life - take action

  • Remain extra vigilant and check the latest weather forecast.
  • Avoid all non-essential travel.
  • Follow advice given by authorities under all circumstances and be prepared to take emergency action.
  • Check our live flood warning map or call Floodline 0345 988 1188 for the latest flooding information.
Medium Risk

Flooding is expected - be prepared

  • Remain vigilant and check the latest weather forecast.
  • Consider re-scheduling your journey. Don’t drive or walk through flood water.
  • Think about preparing for flooding and take precautions where possible.
  • Review your flood plan and start taking action.
  • Check our flood warning pages or call Floodline 0345 988 1188 for the latest flooding information.
Low Risk

Flooding is possible - be aware

  • Remain alert and check the latest weather forecast for up to date weather information.
  • Be aware of conditions and drive accordingly.
  • Check if our free flood warning service is available for your area.
  • Review your flood plan and start taking action.
  • Check our flood warning pages or call Floodline 0345 988 1188 for the latest flooding information.
Very Low Risk

Flooding is very unlikely

What to do before, during and after a flood

You can also:

Other ways to get flood warning information

To report flooding or hear current flood warnings in force call the 24-hour Floodline service on:

Telephone: 0345 988 1188
Type talk: 0345 602 6340 (for the hard of hearing) Information on call charges
Flood information for England, Northern Ireland and Scotland
Flood warnings in force in England Flooding information for Northern Ireland Flood warnings in force in Scotland

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