Unsettled weather this week

By Brian Gaze

[Published 06:30 19/10/2026]

The week ahead will bring unsettled weather, with significant amounts of rain expected across all parts of the UK. There is also the potential for it to become very windy at times. Temperatures will fluctuate, but with wet and windy spells it will often feel chilly.

Showery rain

Showery spells of rain push northeastwards into Scotland and Northern Ireland. In much of England and Wales it brightens up, although it could be wet in the south west for much of the day.

Temperatures range from 9°C in the far north to 14°C in the south. Check the weather radar for the most up to date view.

UKV, Monday 19th October [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Tonight:
Another area of rain spreads northwards across southern England and Wales. In much of the rest of the UK it remains dry, although scattered showers could continue.

Tomorrow: Outbreaks of rain are likely to become focused on central and north western Britain. Also, another area of rain is expected to push into Northern Ireland during the afternoon. The cloud and rain will make for a rather cold day.

UKV, Tuesday 20th October [Tap animation to toggle cities]

Wednesday: Showers or longer spells of rain are possible in much of the UK. It could also become windy in southern and central areas. Feeling chilly.

Outlook: Unsettled weather is forecast. All regions could see showers or longer spells of rain, and there is the potential for stormy conditions to develop through Thursday and Friday. Temperatures will fluctuate around the late October norm.

GFS overview for Wednesday 21st October - Thursday 22nd October