I go by my own personal experiences and the experiences from others as that is the best guide to me, as regards to what is actually happening. Since that is something can't be proved or disproved in any way by actual data, I believe that it is always better to just take the word of whoever is making the claim.

I will add though that averages do balance themselves out over time which means that if two different locations have the same average rainfall but with one place having more wetter extremes than the other, that place which has the greater number of wetter extremes would need to also have the same number of drier extremes in order for those same overall averages to be maintained in the longer term.

From this reading the various posts on this forum over the years, it would appear that just about everywhere else has more drier extremes and more wetter extremes than here and that in turn, is what leads to my claim what Edinburgh is therefore, probably the most boring part of the UK as a result when it comes to our weather. That is where my claim lies, but I do recognise that I could also be wrong because the evidence which I have seen so far, only covers those locations where TWO members are actually located.

Originally Posted by: johncs2016 

Rainfall yesterday came to 12.7mm plus 16.5mm so far today gives a total of 29.2mm from storm Dennis at the moment.  The worst wind seems to have been overnight, with gusts around 55mph, though I did go out yesterday evening and got caught in one at the time when 45mph gusts were being recorded. 

There was a gap in the squall line crossing Kent earlier, which passed over here so we were not affected, but there was a noticeable temperature drop when the cold front came through.

As this is also the fencing and roofing thread () I will also mention that two fence posts in my neighbours fence have broken or come loose in the ground so the fence is blowing around in the breeze.

Originally Posted by: AJ* 

I go by my own personal experiences and the experiences from others as that is the best guide to me, as regards to what is actually happening. Since that is something can't be proved or disproved in any way by actual data, I believe that it is always better to just take the word of whoever is making the claim.

I will add though that averages do balance themselves out over time which means that if two different locations have the same average rainfall but with one place having more wetter extremes than the other, that place which has the greater number of wetter extremes would need to also have the same number of drier extremes in order for those same overall averages to be maintained in the longer term.

From this reading the various posts on this forum over the years, it would appear that just about everywhere else has more drier extremes and more wetter extremes than here and that in turn, is what leads to my claim what Edinburgh is therefore, probably the most boring part of the UK as a result when it comes to our weather. That is where my claim lies, but I do recognise that I could also be wrong because the evidence which I have seen so far, only covers those locations where TWO members are actually located.

Originally Posted by: johncs2016 

Most ens going for around 25mm for London over the next few hours clearance around 21.00

http://www.meteociel.fr/modeles/gefs_table.php?x=0&y=0&lat=51.5085&lon=-0.12574&run=0&ext=fr&mode=3&sort=0

Originally Posted by: Polar Low 

My entire fence has succumbed to the wind overnight...5 panels and 3 posts cleanly taken out...Happens to be the side I'm responsible for too !!...Must have been weakened last weekend and clearly couldn't handle two storms within 7 days..

Originally Posted by: marco 79 

Mine too, but its being held up by ivy and the hedge next door. Not sure if its worth getting done as I am thinking of selling up anyway

Spent the morning mopping up the garage as usual. I hate overnight heavy rain, as I am always presented with a horror show when I come downstairs at 7am

Originally Posted by: The Beast from the East 

My ivy "fence posts" have held up very well and I'm now confident they will see me out - maintenance is low cost and easy as they never rot - they just need a trim with the Stihl twice a year - plus they're environmentally friendly and are a haven for wildlife.

Originally Posted by: RobN 

The emergency post buddy is very good will save other post and fence panels until a clear decision can be made.

https://postbuddysystem.co.uk/product/post-buddy-system/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx6eu4_DV5wIVh7PtCh3MywoZEAQYAyABEgKTyfD_BwE

other idea is concrete spur or oak spur against prevailing wind very strong and many keep in

https://www.diy.com/departments/forest-garden-concrete-repair-spur-h-1m-w-75mm/5013053172780_BQ.prd?ds_rl=1272379&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx6eu4_DV5wIVh7PtCh3MywoZEAQYBSABEgLoZPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Originally Posted by: Polar Low 

Flooding chaos across the country and the top UK story on the Beeb website is "Flack's boyfriend: my heart is broken". 

Originally Posted by: RobN 

The amount of water pouring off Epsom Common is unbelievable, the rangers are out digging trenches as the pond at Stamford Green looks like invading the Cricketers pub soon.

My daughter and I have just seen a huge tree succumb to sodden earth, crashed down in front of us as we were driving past. Quite away from the road fortunately but a site to see especially with no wind gust as the cause.

Originally Posted by: haghir22 

Wind wise, it's on a par with Ciara down here - complete with the lights flickering, UPS-clicking conditions. That's actually not normal for winter down here and it's noteworthy that we've had two such storms within a week of each other. Peak gusts at the local yacht club so far are 58 compared with 62 for Ciara. They're in the 50s here, too, going by the shuddering of the (wooden) upstairs of my house.

Rain wise, nothing to write home about yet as it's just fizzling as it heads over Kent. That should change later this morning.

The squall line will be "interesting" later. It's moving much more slowly than the one did with Ciara.

Originally Posted by: Retron 

Flooding chaos across the country and the top UK story on the Beeb website is "Flack's boyfriend: my heart is broken". 

Originally Posted by: RobN 

Both myself and the "ol' man" had a rant about this.  Sad as Flack's death is  at  a personal level, the "derivative" coverage of it is well out of proportion.

Really wet around here -  1 foot deep surface water  floods on some roads  and the river Enborne has burst its banks  at Newtown and Knightsbridge fortunately  no houses nearby.

Originally Posted by: Bugglesgate