Cambridgeshire

Wet and Windy Weather Expected in Peterborough This Week

By

Karen McGinn
12 May 2026, 10:27 am

Residents in Peterborough are being advised to prepare for unsettled weather this week, as the Met Office warns of heavy rain and gusty winds hitting the area mid-week. While conditions will remain cloudy on Tuesday with temperatures reaching 16°C and winds up to 35mph, the weather is set to deteriorate further on Wednesday, 13 May.

Wednesday is forecast to be the wettest day of the week, with heavy showers expected throughout the day and significant rainfall throughout the afternoon. Those heading outdoors should be aware that wind gusts are expected to reach 36mph. Despite the poor conditions, the Environment Agency currently reports a very low flood risk for the region, with no alerts or warnings in place.

The unsettled pattern is expected to persist through the end of the work week, but conditions will improve significantly by the weekend. Residents can look forward to sunny intervals on Saturday and Sunday, with temperatures climbing to 17°C by the end of the weekend.

For those sensitive to environmental factors, the Met Office reports that pollen levels will remain low throughout the week. However, UV levels are expected to be moderate, and the service advises the use of sunscreen during midday hours when visibility is good.

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