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Accrington Weather

Arthur Clarke Bennett • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Hanna Berg

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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.

☀️13°C
Clear skyAccringtonFeels like 12° · Wind 2 km/h · Humidity 71%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 06:04Sunset 20:19
Today☁️20°10°💧0%
Tue🌦️21°13°💧16%
Wed🌦️20°15°💧78%
Thu🌧️19°16°💧93%
Fri⛈️19°15°💧91%
Sat🌧️16°14°💧78%
Sun🌦️17°12°💧75%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

For Accrington, the live forecast above shows the current conditions for the town, located between Blackburn and Burnley in East Lancashire. This page gives you a clear, local view of what to expect, drawing on the latest data.

What is the weather in Accrington for the next few days?

Accrington sits in the Irwell Valley, exposed to weather systems moving in from the Irish Sea via the coast near Blackpool. The live forecast above offers a rolling view, but generally you can expect a mix of breezy conditions and cloud cover, with rain often arriving from the west. For specific planning, the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page gives more detail, while the met office weather accrington updates are a reliable check for local warnings.

LocationLancashire, 5 miles east of Blackburn
Elevation~130 metres above sea level
Key riskLocalised flooding from persistent rain off the Pennines
Nearest Met Office stationStonyhurst (8 miles north-west)

Will it rain in Accrington tomorrow?

If you are checking the weather in Accrington tomorrow, the best bet is the live forecast above, which updates hourly. Accrington often sees showers from the west due to its inland valley position. For a longer view, the 14 day weather forecast for Accrington is useful for spotting any settled spells, though short-range data (like bbc weather accrington 7 days) tends to be more reliable for day-to-day decisions.

How accurate is the BBC weather for Accrington?

The BBC uses Met Office data, so the bbc weather Accrington feed is generally reliable for the next 48 hours. For hills or outdoor plans, check bbc weather Manchester as it covers the wider region.

Is Accrington usually colder than nearby towns?

Yes, due to its elevation in the Pennine foothills, Accrington is often a degree or two cooler than Liverpool Weather or the coast. Frost can linger into spring in the valley hollows.

Where can I find a 14-day forecast for Accrington?

For a 14 day weather forecast for Accrington, services like AccuWeather Accrington offer long-range trends, but the Met Office is more reliable for actual conditions. The weather in Accrington 10 days section above is a practical balance of detail and accuracy.

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