Scots are gearing up for winds of up to 70mph after the Met Office issued a weather warning for much of the UK.
The yellow weather warning has been put in place for Wednesday and Thursday.
Western parts of the country will be the worst affected, including North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire and Strathclyde.
A statement from Met Office forecasters read: "Some coastal routes, sea fronts and coastal communities are likely to be affected by spray and/or large waves, especially for south and southeast facing coastlines.
"There will be some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport.
"Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges are also likely.
"Some short term loss of power and other services are possible."
Met Office forecaster Alex Burkill told the PA news agency that the rough weather is expected to ease off by next week.
"Calmer weather is coming, with temperatures rising over the next couple of days in the build-up to Christmas," he said.
"Christmas Day will most likely be cold and dry with milder than average conditions expected."
