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

Keep a brolly handy today: the live forecast above shows showers pushing across the West Midlands, with brighter spells arriving later. Here’s how the rest of the day and the week ahead shape up.

What should I expect for today and tonight?

The morning cloud and patchy rain will give way to drier, sunnier intervals by mid-afternoon, though a few isolated showers remain possible. Tonight stays mostly dry with clear spells and a gentle breeze.

  • Highest temperatures around the mid-teens, dropping to single figures overnight.
  • Light winds from the west, picking up slightly during the afternoon.
  • Any lingering showers fade by dusk, leaving a largely clear night.

How does the rest of the week look for the West Midlands?

After a brighter start to Wednesday, cloud thickens from the west with rain arriving by evening. The unsettled theme continues into the latter half of the week.

  • Wednesday: sunny spells turning cloudy, rain later. Breezy.
  • Thursday: further showers, some heavy, with longer dry spells between them.
  • Friday: a mix of sunny intervals and scattered showers. Feeling cooler.
  • Weekend: largely dry with patchy cloud, but a chance of light rain on Sunday. Temperatures near average.

For a detailed look ahead, see the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK and the Birmingham Weather page for hourly updates.

High todayMid-teens °C
Low tonightMid-single figures °C
WindWesterly, 10–15 mph, gusts around 25 mph
Rain riskModerate, mainly before noon and again late Wednesday
Will it rain in the West Midlands tomorrow?

Yes, rain is likely after a dry start on Wednesday. Showers become more frequent by the evening and continue into Thursday. The live forecast above gives the most up-to-date timing for your area.

What’s the outlook for the West Midlands over the next 7 days?

The week ahead turns increasingly unsettled with showers or longer spells of rain at times, especially mid-to-late week. Temperatures hover near average, with drier interludes expected by the weekend. Check the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK for the full picture.

Are there any weather warnings for the West Midlands?

No current weather warnings are in force for the region. However, heavy showers on Thursday could cause localised surface water. The Met Office and BBC Weather provide real-time alerts – see the sources below.