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Leicester Weather

Arthur Clarke Bennett • 2026-06-16 • Reviewed by Ethan Collins

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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.

☁️10°C
OvercastLeicesterFeels like 7° · Wind 10 km/h · Humidity 71%
UV 1 LowSunrise 07:42Sunset 17:54
Today🌧️12°7°💧100%
Fri🌧️12°8°💧100%
Sat🌦️15°7°💧100%
Sun☁️11°8°💧35%
Mon🌧️16°7°💧71%
Tue🌦️16°9°💧37%
Wed☁️12°8°💧16%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above before heading out in Leicester today, as conditions across the city and into the Soar Valley can shift quickly with weather moving in from the east Midlands.

What’s the outlook for Leicester this week?

The live forecast above gives the clearest picture for the next few hours, but looking ahead, the weather in Leicester tomorrow should follow a similar pattern to today. For those planning further ahead, the weather in Leicester 10 days from now is worth monitoring, as longer-range models from the Met Office weather Leicester service often pick up changes from the Atlantic. If you need a broader view, the leicester weather 14 days outlook can help with planning, though accuracy drops beyond a week.

LocationLeicester, East Midlands, inland
NeighbourNottingham to the north, Coventry to the south-west
Coast~70 miles east to The Wash
Elevation~70m above sea level, river valley

Will it rain or stay dry in Leicester?

The bbc weather leicester feed on this page updates regularly, so check that for rain timings. For a more detailed look, accuweather leicester offers hourly breakdowns, while the 28 day weather forecast leicester is best treated as a trend indicator rather than a precise prediction. If you live near the LE5 area, the bbc weather leicester le5 postcode-level data in the live forecast above can be more specific than city-wide summaries.

Is the bbc weather leicester forecast reliable for today?

The live forecast above uses BBC data, which is generally reliable for the next 24–36 hours. For today, it’s a solid guide for deciding whether to carry an umbrella or plan outdoor activities in the city.

Where can I find the leicester weather 14 days forecast?

The bbc weather leicester 14 days view is available through the BBC Weather website or app. The Met Office also provides a 14-day outlook, though confidence decreases after day 7. Use both to compare.

How does Leicester’s inland location affect its weather?

Being inland and in the Soar Valley, Leicester tends to be drier than coastal areas but can experience cooler nights and fog. Weather systems often arrive from the west or south-west, having crossed the Midlands.

For other parts of the country, see our UK weather hub or check Birmingham Weather and 10 Day Weather Forecast UK.

Arthur Clarke Bennett

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