West Midlands Weather Forecast
West Midlands weather: 51°F, light rain. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for West Midlands
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 54° / 45° | 100% · 0,6 in | 21 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌧️ Rain | 58° / 44° | 100% · 0,4 in | 21 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 51° / 46° | 43% · 0,0 in | 22 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 45° | 65% · 0,2 in | 21 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 48° | 53% · 0,1 in | 21 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 48° | 6% | 15 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 45° | 7% | 9 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 46° | 15% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light showers | 56° / 49° | 20% · 0,7 in | 8 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌧️ Showers | 55° / 48° | 17% · 2,0 in | 10 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 51° / 43° | 12% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 40° | 18% | 8 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 49° / 38° | 19% | 9 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 37° | 27% | 7 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 36°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 54°F against a October normal of 57°F - 35°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,4 in against a typical 0,9 in).
What this means for West Midlands
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 54°F is 3.6°F below the 57°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 45 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 58°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 45 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Midlands?
West Midlands is a county in England. Its coordinates are 52.4862, -1.8904. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in West Midlands right now?
It is currently 51°F (10°C) with light rain. Humidity is 96% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit West Midlands?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in West Midlands, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Midlands in?
West Midlands observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:50 AM.
How many people live in West Midlands?
West Midlands has a population of approximately 3 million.
What is the nearest airport to West Midlands?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 93 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 117 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 193 mi away.
What are the top things to do in West Midlands?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Snowdonia National Park, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
What places are in West Midlands?
West Midlands covers 1 places in this atlas, including Birmingham.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 23, 2026 at 5:50 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
