Residents in Southend-on-Sea can expect a week of mild spring weather through to Sunday, 19 April 2026. Those planning outdoor activities should prepare for changeable conditions and moderate-to-high pollen counts.
According to the Met Office, daytime temperatures are expected to sit between 15°C and 18°C for the remainder of the week. This is warmer than the typical April average for the area, which sees daily highs of 11°C to 13°C. The coming days will feature a mix of sunny intervals and scattered showers, with temperatures peaking at 18°C.
Wednesday, 15 April, will be a wet day, with a high chance of rain. Residents should note that the remainder of the week will continue to bring a mix of sunshine and showers.
Those who suffer from hay fever should be aware that pollen levels in the East of England region are high on several days this week. The current warm conditions are causing high levels of birch pollen and moderate levels of ash pollen, which may affect those sensitive to allergies.
For those concerned about local conditions, the Environment Agency has confirmed that there are no flood warnings or alerts in force for the town. The flood risk for the next five days is classified as very low.
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