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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Civic Insight weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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The live forecast above shows a largely grey and damp day for the Northwest, with patchy rain pushing in from the Irish Sea across Cumbria, Lancashire and Greater Manchester, though the worst of the wet weather holds off until later this evening.
What is the outlook for the rest of the week across the Northwest?
Tuesday brings a brighter interlude for Cheshire and Merseyside before cloud thickens again from the coast. Wednesday sees a more organised band of rain moving east, likely triggering a north west weather warning for localised flooding on higher ground in the Lake District. Temperatures hover near average for late autumn, with brisk south-westerly winds making it feel cooler along exposed coasts. For those checking the northwest weather 7 day forecast, a gradual drying trend is expected from Thursday, though isolated showers remain possible over the Pennines.
How will conditions affect travel and daily plans?
Commuters should factor in slower journeys on the M6, M62 and trans-Pennine routes this afternoon, with surface water likely on untreated roads. The weather in manchester tomorrow looks similarly unsettled, so an umbrella remains a sensible carry for the morning school run. Coastal paths from Blackpool to Morecambe will be blustery, and anyone heading to the hills should check the northwest weather 14 days outlook for windier spells later in the week.
Will the rain clear in time for the weekend?
Yes, a ridge of high pressure builds from the Atlantic by Friday, bringing a drier and calmer Saturday for most of the Northwest. The northwest weather forecast 10-day suggests a return to cloudier conditions by Sunday.
Is there a weather warning currently in force?
No formal warning is active at the time of writing, but the Met Office may issue a yellow alert for rain across Cumbria later today. Check the north west weather warning page for live updates.
What will tomorrow’s weather in northwest be like?
Tomorrow brings a cloudy start with patchy light rain, especially over Greater Manchester and Merseyside, before brighter spells develop from the west by mid-afternoon. Winds ease compared to today.
For a broader look at conditions across the country, visit our 10 day weather forecast UK page, or check the outlook for Liverpool Weather and Manchester Weather if you need a city-specific guide.