Information from The Met Office. Image credit: Christie Grahame.

Today 16 October :

Bright or sunny spells through the day with scattered showers in the morning, which may be heavy. Showers gradually easing and becoming fewer through the afternoon Maximum temperature 11 °C.

Tonight:

Any remaining showers will clear this evening, leaving it dry with clear spells. Cloud will increase again overnight, bringing a few further light showers later. Minimum temperature 4 °C.

Saturday 17 October :

A largely dry and bright day with sunny spells, although a few light showers are possible, mainly during the morning. Winds will be gentle to moderate. Maximum temperature 12 °C.

Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday:

High pressure will maintain largely dry and settled conditions with a good deal of sunshine, though cloud may become more extensive on Tuesday.

Updated: 04:00 (UTC+1) on Fri 16 Oct 2026

Young farmers harvest bales with faces on
Image credit Christie Grahame

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