Residents in Portsmouth should prepare for a wet and windy Easter weekend as the Met Office has forecast unsettled conditions for the upcoming bank holiday. From Friday 3 April through Monday 6 April 2026, the area will see unsettled conditions, including heavy winds and rain, which may impact outdoor holiday plans.
Good Friday will bring light rain to the city with wind gusts reaching 31mph. While the temperature is expected to reach 13°C, the wind chill will make it feel closer to 9°C. Additionally, those planning to spend time outdoors should be aware that pollen levels are forecast to be high throughout the period.
Conditions are expected to worsen on Saturday 4 April, which will be the windiest day of the weekend. Gusts of up to 38mph are anticipated under overcast skies, with a high of 14°C, though it will feel more like 10°C. By Sunday 5 April, the area will see sunny intervals, but blustery conditions will persist with gusts up to 36mph and temperatures around 13°C.
Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Steven Keates noted that the weather is expected to turn more unsettled across the country with potential for heavy rain at times. While Hampshire and the southeast are expected to see the driest conditions compared to the north and west of the UK, the region will still experience these windy periods.
Those travelling over the weekend should anticipate busy roads. According to data from the RAC and traffic specialists Inrix, the UK is preparing for its busiest Easter on the roads in four years, with nearly 21 million leisure journeys planned between Thursday and Easter Monday. Drivers are encouraged to plan accordingly as they head out for the holiday.
The Met Office reminds residents that Easter weather can be famously changeable. Historical records show a wide range of conditions for this time of year, from record-breaking summer warmth to severe winter wind gusts, highlighting the importance of checking local forecasts before heading out this weekend.
You can keep up to date with the latest conditions in your area by visiting the Met Office website.
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