The Met Office predicts a largely sunny weekend for Dudley, with temperatures climbing through Sunday before cloud and rain return on Monday morning.
Overview of the weekend
Forecasters say Friday, 1 August, will begin under clear skies with temperatures close to 10°C at 06:00. The day is expected to remain sunny with a maximum of about 21°C around 15:00, falling back to around 14°C by midnight.
Saturday, 2 August, follows a similar pattern: clear to start, light sunny intervals and another top temperature of approximately 21°C during the afternoon, with evening temperatures near 16°C by midnight.
Warmer Sunday, cloud and rain on Monday
Sunday, 3 August, looks set to be the warmest day of the spell, starting clear at about 12°C at 06:00 and reaching a peak of around 24°C by 17:00. The evening will turn cloudier and temperatures are forecast to fall to about 19°C by midnight.
Conditions change on Monday, 4 August, with a cloudy start at roughly 15°C. The Met Office indicates a 50% chance of light rain from around 09:00, with showers continuing into the afternoon and a top temperature near 22°C at 15:00. Night-time temperatures will drop to around 17°C by midnight.
Winds, UV and pollen
Wind speeds are expected to stay light across the period, reaching about 11mph on Friday and easing to roughly 9mph by Monday. The chance of rain remains under 5% until Monday morning.
The UV index is described as moderate, so sun protection is advised during peak sunshine hours. Forecasters also warn that the pollen count will be high, which may affect those with seasonal allergies.
"The chance of rain will remain below 5 per cent until Monday morning."
- Plan outdoor events with Sunday the warmest and sunniest option.
- Use sun protection during peak hours; those with allergies should prepare for high pollen.
- Expect light winds; carry a light waterproof on Monday morning in case the 50% chance of rain occurs.
| Day | 06:00 temp | Peak temp | Midnight temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 1 Aug | 10°C | 21°C (15:00) | 14°C |
| Saturday 2 Aug | 10°C | 21°C (15:00) | 16°C |
| Sunday 3 Aug | 12°C | 24°C (17:00) | 19°C |
| Monday 4 Aug | 15°C | 22°C (15:00) | 17°C |
Residents planning time outdoors — whether visiting parks, attending events or travelling — should take the forecast into account: make arrangements for sun protection on the brighter days and keep a light layer or umbrella to hand for Monday's uncertain start.
