Nottinghamshire should see a warm, largely dry start to Tuesday 4 August before cloud builds and the chance of showers increases through the afternoon and into the evening. Maximum temperatures are expected to be around 27°C.
Morning: mild and sunny
The day will begin mild and largely free of rain, with sunny spells during the early hours. Temperatures are forecast to climb from about 16°C at 06:00 to roughly 21°C by 09:00. Winds will be light, tending from the east and shifting slightly, with gusts generally remaining low in the morning. Visibility will be good to very good, and humidity falls noticeably as the morning progresses.
Midday: warm, higher UV
Late morning and lunchtime will be bright and warm, with temperatures rising from 23°C at 10:00 to around 26°C by 12:00. The air will feel similar to the thermometer readings. UV levels are expected to climb to a high value by late morning and around lunchtime, so consider sun protection if you will be outdoors.
Afternoon and evening: showers become more likely
The afternoon should remain largely warm with a mix of sun and cloud, but the odds of scattered showers increase compared with the morning. Temperatures are forecast to stay near 27°C from early afternoon through the late afternoon. Wind strength will pick up slightly from the south-west with stronger gusts in the later afternoon and into the evening.
- Top temperature: about 27°C
- Morning rain chance: below 5%
- Afternoon rain chance: rising to around 20–30%
- Winds: light early, freshening later with gusts into the mid-to-high 20s (mph)
- Visibility: very good for much of the day
| Time | Approx temp | Rain chance | Gusts (mph) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 16°C | <5% | ~9–13 |
| 09:00 | 21°C | <5% | ~9–13 |
| 12:00 | 26°C | ~10% | ~19–25 |
| 15:00–17:00 | 27°C | ~20–30% | ~26–28 |
Practical note: with higher UV levels during the late morning and early afternoon, anyone spending extended time outdoors should take sensible precautions such as sunscreen, a hat and water. The later increase in shower probability means that lightweight waterproofs or an umbrella could be useful if you have plans in the evening.
Summary: a pleasant, warm day for most of Nottinghamshire, bright early on but turning more changeable by late afternoon.
