Residents in Southend-on-Sea should prepare for a week of unsettled weather, with the Met Office warning of heavy showers and strong winds arriving across the area. The forecast, which was updated early on 12 May 2026, indicates that conditions will remain changeable through the middle of the week.
Wednesday 13 May is expected to be the most intense day of the week. Forecasters are predicting wind gusts reaching up to 39mph, accompanied by a high probability of rain, which is set to hit at least 95 percent during the afternoon between 3pm and 5pm. Temperatures will feel particularly cool during this time, with a maximum of 14°C expected for both Wednesday and Thursday.
The week begins with lighter conditions, as Tuesday 12 May sees a 50 percent chance of showers by 5pm and wind gusts of up to 28mph. While the weather is set to remain unsettled throughout the middle part of the month due to a nearby low-pressure system, some relief is on the way. By Saturday 16 May, the area should see drier and sunnier conditions with sunny intervals and temperatures climbing to 15°C.
Given the forecast for brisk winds and rain, the Met Office suggests that residents keep an eye on the changing conditions. While the weather will be cooler than usual, there are currently no active flood warnings for the area according to the Environment Agency.
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