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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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A largely settled but often cloudy spell is expected across the UK over the coming days, with patchy rain in the north and west and the best of any brightness in southern and eastern England. Temperatures will stay close to the seasonal average, with a brisk breeze making it feel cooler in exposed coastal areas.

What is the weather forecast for the UK today and tonight?

For much of England and Wales, today will bring a mixture of cloud and some hazy sunshine, particularly across the London area and the Home Counties. Northern Ireland and western Scotland will see thicker cloud and occasional light rain moving in from the Atlantic. Overnight, skies will remain mostly cloudy, with mist patches forming in rural valleys and along eastern coasts. A moderate south-westerly wind will keep temperatures from falling sharply, with lows of 4–7°C in most towns and cities.

How does the outlook look for the rest of the week?

Through midweek, a weak ridge of high pressure will bring a drier interlude for central and southern Britain, though cloud will often be stubborn. The 10 day weather forecast UK indicates a more active Atlantic pattern returning by Thursday, with rain spreading eastwards into all regions. The BBC Weather UK outlook suggests the weather forecast tomorrow will be noticeably windier along western coasts. By the weekend, a north-south split is possible: milder, wetter conditions in the north and more settled, cooler weather in the south.

High Today9–12°C (London 11°C)
Overnight Low3–7°C
WindSW 15–25 mph, gusts 35 mph coasts
Rain Risk20% south-east, 60% north-west
Will it be sunny in London this week?

London will see some brighter spells, especially on Tuesday and Wednesday morning, but cloud will often build through the afternoon. The warmest place in UK today is likely to be in the south-east, though temperatures will only reach 11–12°C.

Is there a weather warning in place?

No official warnings are currently issued by the Met Office for the UK. However, a moderate rainfall warning may be needed for western Scotland later in the week if the Atlantic system strengthens as expected.

What will the weather be like for the next two weeks?

The 14 day weather forecast shows a changeable pattern typical for late autumn, with alternating bands of rain and drier interludes. The weather radar UK will be useful for tracking these bands as they move east.