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Sileby 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.

🌦️9°C
Light rainSilebyFeels like 5° · Wind 22 km/h · Humidity 96%
UV 1 LowSunrise 07:44Sunset 17:51
Today🌦️12°8°💧100%
Sat🌧️15°7°💧100%
Sun☁️11°8°💧45%
Mon🌦️16°7°💧57%
Tue🌦️16°9°💧41%
Wed☁️14°9°💧8%
Thu☁️13°7°💧6%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

For Sileby, the live forecast above shows the immediate outlook for the village, which sits a few miles north of Leicester and just west of the River Soar. Conditions here often reflect the wider Leicestershire pattern, with the Charnwood Forest offering a slight rain shadow effect from the west.

What is the weather like in Sileby today?

Based on the live forecast above, Sileby’s weather today follows the general trend for the Soar Valley. The Charnwood hills to the west can cause localised cloud breaks, but any rain tends to be lighter than in neighbouring upland areas. Expect the temperature to match the figure shown, with wind speeds typical for this inland Leicestershire spot.

LocationSileby, Leicestershire, East Midlands
RegionSoar Valley, 5 miles north of Leicester city centre
Nearby waterRiver Soar (0.5 miles east), Swithland Reservoir (2 miles south-east)
Typical January high7°C (44°F) – see live figure above for today

How accurate is the BBC Weather forecast for Sileby?

The BBC Weather service for Sileby uses Met Office data, which is generally reliable for short-term forecasts in the East Midlands. Local variations near the River Soar can cause morning mist in winter, but the radar-based predictions shown above are updated every hour for accuracy.

Does Sileby flood often when heavy rain is forecast?

The River Soar can rise after prolonged rain, particularly when the ground is already saturated. The Environment Agency issues flood alerts for the Leicestershire Soar, and the live forecast above will highlight any persistent rainfall events.

Is the Sileby forecast different from the BBC Weather Leicester one?

Sileby’s forecast is usually very similar to the bbc weather leicester report, as both sit in the same valley. However, Sileby can be slightly cooler in clear nights due to its more open rural setting away from the urban heat island of Leicester.

Can I use the Met Office weather for Sileby instead of BBC?

Yes, the met office weather sileby page provides the same underlying data as BBC Weather, but with additional detail on UV levels and pollen. Both sources are authoritative for this part of Leicestershire.

For a broader outlook, check our UK weather hub or the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK for Sileby and surrounding areas. For regional context, our Birmingham Weather page covers the wider West Midlands influence on Leicestershire’s climate. Stay informed with bbc news for any severe weather warnings affecting the Soar Valley.

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