Winds of over 100mph across Scotland road closures and Scot storm We stand strong, no matter what nature throws at us (including trampolines). Here's 13 signs you're a Scot that's weathering the storm. Or gale. Or temperatures above 15 degrees in July. You separate summer weather into two categories: Taps Oan or Taps Aff When temperature get a little more Spanish than Scottish, it's time for taps aff. Today taps are firmly oan. You nickname a spell of extreme weather something bad, then make sure the whole world is forced to use it. Yes, we trended worldwide the last time the winds hit with a rather unfortunate moniker for our 'hurricane'. Could any one blame us (after they'd had it translated to them)? You nail down all of your outdoor exercise equipment. And remember to peg your tents..... You make and wear weather-based merchandise. Baltic badges by Bonnie Bling are ready for the cold snaps. They do a range of Baltic hats too. Some of you take it all a bit too far.... Tattoos to commemorate high winds? Interesting place to get it. You trust this guy to let you know just how bad the weather is, and look dapper while doing it. Although sometimes this guy wanders in to try his hand at it The following are all acceptable ways to describe weather. Gie windy the day. Blawin' a gale. Dreich. Pure Baltic/Meltin. Affy Close. Greetie. Your Maw's already given you the text/call to check you've not been blown away. You save money on taking your dog to the groomers. You use humour as a coping mechanism. And, of course, you know there's an app for that.