Outbreaks of rain slowly push southwards

By Brian Gaze

[Published 06:20 15/10/2026]

Much of southern and central Britain will have another dry and warm day. However, a band of rain will slowly move south across northern areas. It will clear southwards early tomorrow, bringing cooler conditions to all areas.

Warm in the south

A band of rain slowly pushes southwards, reaching northern England and Wales this afternoon. Areas to its south will have a dry and very warm day for mid-October. However, it will be considerably cooler in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Temperatures range from 10°C in the far north to 22°C in the south east and East Anglia. Check the weather radar for the most up to date view.

UKV, Thursday 15th October [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Tonight:
Outbreaks of rain continue to push southwards, with clearer skies following. By morning rain will still be affecting the south eastern corner and East Anglia. Showers will also move into Scotland and Northern Ireland. Chilly in the north but mild in the south.

Tomorrow:
The rain clears from the east early on, leaving suny spells in all regions. However, showers become more widespread through the course of the day. Cooler than recently in the south.

UKV, Friday 16th October [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Saturday: A mostly dry and bright day is expected, although there is a chance of showery rain in the south east. After a cold start, temperatures will be close to average in the afternoon sunshine. That said, it will feel considerably chillier in the south than it has for much of the month.

Outlook: Forecast confidence is low. In the north a good deal of dry weather is likely through the coming days. However, there is a greater chance of rain in the south than has been the case recently.

GFS overview for Saturday 17th October - Monday 19th October