Residents in Basingstoke, Hampshire, should prepare for a spell of wet and windy weather as a shift in conditions arrives on Wednesday 11 March 2026. The Met Office warns that the area will see heavy rain and strong gusts throughout the middle of the week.
The change starts early on Wednesday 11 March 2026, with a 90 per cent chance of heavy rain forecast for 6am. This downpour is expected to make travel more difficult for those heading out on the morning commute.
Conditions are set to become even windier on Thursday 12 March 2026, when wind gusts could reach speeds of up to 42mph. These blustery conditions may affect people walking or cycling and could cause issues on local roads managed by Hampshire County Council.
People living in the town are advised to secure any loose items in their gardens or outdoor spaces before the winds pick up. The turbulent weather is part of a wider shift from milder conditions to more unsettled spring weather across the region.
