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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Showbiz UK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

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Mainly clearPrestonFeels like 17° · Wind 17 km/h · Humidity 48%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 05:35Sunset 20:57
Today☁️20°13°💧51%
Sat☁️23°13°💧0%
Sun🌦️21°16°💧51%
Mon🌦️19°12°💧19%
Tue☁️26°11°💧4%
Wed☁️28°17°💧10%
Thu25°16°💧10%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above for Preston before heading out — BBC Weather and the Met Office both show similar conditions for the city today, so you can plan around any rain or sunshine with confidence.

What does the BBC Weather forecast for Preston show today?

The live forecast above gives you an hour-by-hour breakdown for Preston, covering temperature, wind speed and precipitation chance. BBC Weather pulls its data from the Met Office, so the met office weather preston feed you see here is as reliable as checking the official source directly. For a wider view, the weather in preston lancashire 10 days section shows how conditions develop across the week.

How far ahead can you check Preston weather?

You can look at the preston weather 14 day forecast for a general trend, though accuracy drops beyond a week. Some forecasters, like AccuWeather Preston, offer longer outlooks, but the preston weather 21 day forecast is best treated as a broad guide rather than a firm plan. For a more localised read, the bbc weather fulwood preston page gives specifics for that area of the city.

LocationPreston, Lancashire, North West England
CountyLancashire
Typical winter high7–9 °C
Typical summer high18–21 °C
How accurate is the bbc weather preston 14 days met office forecast?

The Met Office’s 14-day outlook is around 50–60% accurate for general trends, but day-to-day specifics become less reliable after day 7. Check the live forecast above for the most dependable short-term view.

Should I trust AccuWeather Preston over BBC Weather?

Both use different models, but for Preston, BBC Weather (powered by the Met Office) tends to be more reliable for UK conditions. AccuWeather can be useful for longer-range hints, but the live forecast above is your best bet for today.

Does the weather in Preston differ much from nearby cities?

Preston has a similar climate to Liverpool and Bristol, though it can be slightly wetter due to its inland position. Coastal areas tend to be milder in winter and cooler in summer.

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