Yellow weather warning for Ayrshire issued by Met Office

The warning will cover the whole of Scotland and last from 3am on Sunday, October 20 until 12pm on Monday, October 21.

It has been warned that "strong winds and high spring tides may cause some disruption" in much of Scotland.

The Met Office say that strong south-westerly gusts of 50-60 mph wind will develop on Sunday morning for western Scotland and Northern Ireland.

A Met Office spokesperson added: "A windy period is expected across the whole of the UK on Sunday and into Monday, but across parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Northwest England and North West Wales there is an increased chance of some disruption.

"Initially a period of strong south to southeasterly winds will likely develop through Sunday morning, with gusts of 50-60 mph possible in some inland areas, especially Northern Ireland and western Scotland, and perhaps up to 60-70 mph along exposed coasts and hills.

"Winds will then likely turn southwesterly, with a period of especially strong winds possible during Sunday afternoon and evening in western Scotland where gusts could potentially reach 70-80 mph in exposed areas, and more generally 55-65 mph in other parts of the warning area."

What do the Met Office expect?

According to the Met Office, this is what you can expect on Sunday and Monday.

• There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected

• There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs

• There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

• There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage

• There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris

• There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close