Derbyshire

Unsettled Weather and Heavy Showers Forecast for Swadlincote

By

Karen McGinn
13 April 2026, 9:44 am

Residents in Swadlincote can expect an unsettled week of weather as the Met Office warns of a mix of sunny spells, showers, and the possibility of hail and thunder through Friday, 17 April 2026.

For Monday, 13 April, the forecast shows sunny intervals with temperatures reaching 12°C. While conditions will be mostly dry during the day, there is a 40% chance of rain by 7pm and wind gusts are expected to reach 14mph.

Wednesday, 15 April, is set to be the wettest day of the week. Forecasters anticipate light rain and thundery showers, with a 90% chance of precipitation between 3pm and 4pm. Temperatures will climb to 17°C, though residents should be prepared for stronger winds with gusts up to 31mph.

Throughout the week, pollen levels are expected to remain high most of the days, which may affect hay fever sufferers in the area. Monday in particular brings high birch pollen levels alongside moderate levels of ash pollen. While pollen counts will briefly moderate on Wednesday, they are expected to rise again as the week continues.

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