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Blackpool Weather

Arthur Clarke Bennett • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

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

☀️17°C
Clear skyBlackpoolFeels like 14° · Wind 22 km/h · Humidity 67%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 06:08Sunset 20:19
Today☁️22°14°💧4%
Wed🌦️21°16°💧49%
Thu🌧️19°16°💧97%
Fri🌧️18°16°💧58%
Sat🌦️17°14°💧57%
Sun🌦️20°15°💧86%
Mon🌦️16°14°💧93%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

According to the live forecast above, Blackpool is experiencing typical coastal conditions right now. The key question for most residents and visitors is whether the sea breeze will keep cloud hanging over the promenade or whether it will break up later.

What is the outlook for Blackpool this week?

The weather in Blackpool tomorrow will depend largely on wind direction. A westerly flow brings cloud and occasional drizzle off the Irish Sea, while any easterly component tends to clear the skies. For those checking the met office weather Blackpool feed, the pattern looks changeable but not unsettled. The weather in Blackpool 10 days from now sits within a generally zonal pattern, meaning mild but mixed conditions with no prolonged dry or wet spells expected.

How reliable are longer-range forecasts for the Fylde coast?

Forecasts for the weather in Blackpool next 14 days carry moderate confidence. Beyond a week, the models diverge on where Atlantic lows track. If you’re looking at the 21 day weather forecast Blackpool, treat it as a broad trend indicator rather than a day-by-day certainty. The bbc weather Blackpool 14 days page updates the outlook as new data comes in, so check back regularly. For the week ahead, the bbc weather Blackpool 7 days view gives a reliable snapshot of what to expect on the prom.

Coastal influenceIrish Sea moderates temperatures year-round, keeping winters milder and summers cooler than inland spots.
WindSouth-westerlies dominate; gusts of 25–35 mph are common from October through March.
RainfallAround 850 mm per year, with October to January the wettest months.
SunshineAverage 1,500 hours annually, peaking in May and June.
Does Blackpool get much fog?

Yes, especially in spring and autumn. Sea fog can roll in off the Irish Sea with little warning, reducing visibility on the prom and at the airport. It usually burns off by late morning.

When is the best time to visit the seafront?

Late May to mid-September offers the warmest conditions, with average highs of 17–20°C. July and August are busiest. For quieter walks, late April and early October still see plenty of dry, calm days.

How accurate are seven-day forecasts for Blackpool?

The Met Office reports around 80% accuracy for day-three forecasts, dropping to about 60% by day seven. The local coastal microclimate can make conditions feel different from the official prediction, especially for wind and cloud cover.

For a broader view of conditions across the country, see our UK weather hub, or compare conditions with Liverpool Weather and Glasgow Weather.

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