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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Norwich Wire weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Today’s UK weather sees temperatures ranging from 8°C to 14°C, with a brisk westerly wind and scattered showers across northern and western regions. The southeast, including London, remains drier with brighter spells.
What is the UK weather forecast for today?
A low-pressure system drifting east brings cloud and patchy rain to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northwest England first thing. Rain turns showery through the afternoon, while central and eastern England—including Norwich—stays mostly dry with sunny intervals. Maximum temperatures: 12°C in Glasgow, 14°C in London. Winds gust to 30 mph near coasts.
Will it rain in the UK today?
Yes, but not everywhere. The BBC Weather outlook shows a band of showers affecting Northern Ireland and western Scotland through morning, easing later. The weather radar confirms patchy rain for Wales and southwest England by midday. Southern and eastern areas, including the uk weather london region, see only a light drizzle risk.
Is the UK weather changing this week?
A ridge of high pressure builds from Thursday, bringing drier, calmer conditions nationwide. Temperatures nudge up to 16°C by Friday in the south. Check the 10-day forecast for details.
Where is the warmest part of the UK today?
The warmest spot today is likely the London area, reaching 14°C under broken cloud. For a full list, see our warmest place in UK today page.
How strong are the winds today?
Westerly winds average 15–25 mph inland, gusting to 30 mph on exposed coasts and hills. No severe warnings are in place, but it will feel noticeably cooler, especially in the north.
For a broader look, the UK weather hub has regional breakdowns, and the uk weather bbc broadcast aligns with this low-pressure pattern. The weather tomorrow page shows similar conditions fading as the week progresses. The uk weather map and uk weather map 7 days resources indicate a drying trend by Saturday. For completeness, uk weather forecast 14 days suggests a settled spell into next week.