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Cooler Temperatures and Rain Expected in Cheltenham This Week

By

Karen McGinn
4 May 2026, 10:44 am

Residents in Cheltenham can expect a cool and unsettled week ahead as the weather takes a turn following the recent Bank Holiday weekend. According to the Met Office, daytime temperatures will range between 13°C and 18°C from 4 May to 10 May 2026, with overnight lows dipping to between 5°C and 8°C.

The week begins with changeable conditions, continuing from the heavy rain and thunderstorms that affected much of the region over the weekend. While Monday is set to remain cloudy with scattered showers, the forecast indicates that northerly winds will make the air feel significantly colder than thermometer readings suggest. This will be particularly noticeable on Wednesday and Thursday nights, when the wind chill could make temperatures feel as low as 3°C to 4°C.

Rain is expected at various times throughout the week. Light showers are anticipated on Tuesday evening, with further precipitation falling on Wednesday morning and Saturday afternoon. Despite the unsettled conditions, the Met Office has issued a warning regarding sunlight, noting that UV levels will reach a high point on Tuesday. During this time, the agency recommends wearing sunscreen and seeking shade during the middle of the day.

Pollen levels are expected to remain low throughout the week, even though this period typically falls within the peak season for tree pollen in the United Kingdom. Looking ahead to the coming weekend, conditions are likely to become more settled. Temperatures may recover slightly to reach 18°C on Saturday, though they are expected to drop back to 16°C on Sunday.

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