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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.
For Gillingham, Dorset, the live forecast above points to a mostly dry day with variable cloud and pleasant afternoon highs, though a brief shower cannot be ruled out later. Settled conditions are expected to hold through the week.
What does the next few days look like?
The outlook for Gillingham suggests high pressure will keep conditions largely stable, with sunny spells and light westerly breezes. Night-time lows will hover around 8–10°C, while daytime highs will reach 18–20°C. Those checking bbc weather gillingham dorset 14 days will note a slight uptick in cloud by midweek, but no prolonged rain is signalled.
How does Gillingham’s inland position shape its weather?
Set in the Blackmore Vale, Gillingham is sheltered from the strongest coastal winds that affect Dorset’s south coast. This inland location means fog can linger on autumn mornings and frosts are more common in winter compared to Weymouth or Bournemouth. For weather in gillingham dorset tomorrow, expect similar settled conditions under the same ridge of high pressure.
Will it rain in Gillingham today?
The chance of rain is low according to the live forecast above. Any showers will be light and brief, mainly passing to the north. Most of the day will stay dry with breaks of sunshine.
What’s the wind forecast for Gillingham?
Winds from the west-southwest at 10–15 mph are expected, gusting to 20 mph in the afternoon. Not strong enough to cause disruption, but worth bearing in mind if you’re outdoors.
How accurate are 10-day forecasts for Gillingham?
For weather in gillingham kent 10 days — note that is a different town. Here in Gillingham, Dorset, the Met Office’s 10–14 day outlook is reliable for general trends but less so for exact timings of rain. Check the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK for updates.
For a wider view of conditions across the region, visit the UK weather hub or check our 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page for Gillingham and surrounding areas.