Residents in Wolverhampton are being urged to prepare for a stretch of wet and windy weather as the Met Office forecasts unsettled conditions across the region throughout this week. The outlook for mid-May remains dominated by low pressure, bringing frequent rain and cooler temperatures that sit below the typical seasonal average for this time of year.
Wednesday 13 May is expected to be the most disrupted day of the week. Forecasters anticipate heavy showers with a near-certain, 95 percent probability of rain by 11am. Conditions will also turn blustery, with wind gusts peaking at 39mph, marking the strongest winds expected throughout the week.
Daytime temperatures are forecast to reach a maximum of around 13°C, which is notably cooler than the 15°C often expected in the UK during May. The cold spell will be most noticeable at night, with conditions feeling as low as 2°C. These changeable patterns are currently affecting the entire West Midlands area, with forecasters suggesting that residents planning outdoor activities should remain alert to frequent weather changes and carry waterproof clothing.
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