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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the NewsPrism weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
Tropical Storm Gabrielle was a short-lived Atlantic system in September 2023 that never reached hurricane strength, dissipating before posing any direct threat to the UK or mainland Europe.
What was Tropical Storm Gabrielle and where did it form?
Gabrielle developed from a tropical wave near the Cabo Verde Islands on 4 September 2023, but struggled to organise in a dry, windy environment.
- Peak winds reached 45 mph (75 km/h), well below the 74 mph threshold for a hurricane.
- The storm moved northwest over open Atlantic waters, weakening to a remnant low by 7 September.
- No coastal watches or warnings were issued for any land areas.
- Gabrielle was the seventh named storm of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
Did Tropical Storm Gabrielle affect UK weather?
No. Gabrielle remained far out in the central Atlantic and its remnants were absorbed by a larger weather system well west of Europe.
- UK conditions during early September 2023 were dominated by a settled high-pressure pattern, with no connection to the tropical system.
- For the latest UK conditions, see our UK weather hub or check the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK.
- If you are tracking Atlantic activity, the Met Office provides official updates for any systems that may approach British shores.
Could Tropical Storm Gabrielle have become a hurricane?
It was possible but unlikely. Dry air and moderate wind shear prevented Gabrielle from intensifying beyond a weak tropical storm. Forecast models consistently showed it would dissipate before reaching hurricane strength.
Is the UK at risk from Atlantic tropical storms?
Rarely. Most Atlantic storms weaken over cooler northern waters or are steered away by the jet stream. Ex-hurricanes occasionally reach the UK as deep low-pressure systems, bringing heavy rain and strong winds — but not tropical characteristics.
Where can I find reliable storm updates for the UK?
The Met Office is the official source for UK storm warnings. For broader European impacts, check our Spain Weather Warnings page or the Moderate Rainfall Warning for UK alerts.