Hampshire

Warm Weekend and Showers Expected in Portsmouth

By

Karen McGinn
8 May 2026, 9:56 am

Residents in Portsmouth can look forward to a warm and sunny start to the weekend before the weather turns more unsettled. According to the latest Met Office forecast, updated on the morning of 8 May, Saturday 9 May will be the warmest day of the period with temperatures reaching 21°C.

Those planning outdoor activities should take advantage of the sunshine on Saturday, as conditions are expected to shift by Sunday 10 May. The weather on Sunday will be cloudier with light showers and notably stronger winds, with gusts reaching up to 34mph.

The week beginning 11 May will bring mixed conditions to the area. Temperatures are expected to hold between 15°C and 17°C, with daily chances of rain ranging from 10% to 40% alongside sunny intervals. Throughout this period, pollen levels in Portsmouth are currently rated as low.

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