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Blandford Weather

Arthur Clarke Bennett • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Oliver Bennett

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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.

🌤️15°C
Mainly clearBlandford ForumFeels like 16° · Wind 4 km/h · Humidity 97%
UV 2 LowSunrise 06:31Sunset 19:41
Today☁️23°15°💧23%
Tue🌧️20°14°💧100%
Wed☁️18°12°💧0%
Thu☁️18°10°💧45%
Fri🌦️22°13°💧51%
Sat🌦️20°10°💧21%
Sun🌦️21°15°💧18%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Blandford Forum is seeing conditions similar to the live forecast above, with a dry and bright start expected across the town and surrounding North Dorset countryside before cloud builds later in the day.

What will the weather in Blandford Forum be like this week?

The week ahead looks largely settled, with high pressure dominating. Daytime highs will hover near seasonal averages, though overnight frost is possible in the Stour valley. Wind remains light, making for calm afternoons. For a detailed outlook, the 10-day forecast shows a gradual warming trend towards the weekend. Those checking BBC Weather Blandford should note that the detail improves closer to the day.

How does Blandford’s location influence its weather?

Situated on the River Stour between the Dorset Downs and Cranborne Chase, Blandford Forum sits in a slight rain-shadow compared to coastal areas. This often means less cloud and lower rainfall than nearby Dorchester. Inland frosts are more common here than at the coast, especially in clear, calm nights. The Bristol Weather page offers a useful comparison for the broader West Country pattern.

LocationBlandford Forum, Dorset, South West England
CountyDorset
ClimateTemperate maritime; mild winters, moderate summers
Average annual rainfall~850 mm – lower than the Dorset coast
Will it rain in Blandford today?

The live forecast above shows dry conditions for much of the day, though a band of light rain may approach from the west by late evening. Check the hourly detail for precise timings.

What is the 14-day weather outlook for Blandford?

Long-range models, including the Met Office weather for Blandford 14 days, suggest a largely dry pattern with high pressure holding until mid-month. Some uncertainty remains on exact cloud cover and frost risk.

How accurate is the Blandford weather tomorrow forecast?

Short-term forecasts for Blandford weather tomorrow are typically reliable within the first 48 hours. The BBC Weather Blandford 14 days and Met Office products both update several times daily, so check the live forecast above for the latest.

For more UK-wide conditions, visit the UK weather hub.

Arthur Clarke Bennett

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