Residents in Cheltenham should prepare for a mix of conditions this weekend as the Met Office reports a shifting outlook for Saturday 9 May and Sunday 10 May 2026. While the area will see a peak of 20°C on Saturday, the weather is expected to be changeable, with a risk of rain later in the day.
Saturday will begin with sunny intervals, but cloud cover is expected to increase by midday. Residents planning to be outdoors should be aware that light rain is possible from 4pm onwards, with a 50 to 60 per cent chance of precipitation. Wind gusts could reach up to 19mph throughout the day. Although temperatures are climbing, moderate UV levels mean that sunscreen is advised for those heading out during the middle of the day.
The outlook for Sunday remains cool and overcast, with temperatures reaching 17°C. Stronger wind gusts of up to 28mph are expected throughout the day. The regional forecast for South West England indicates that longer periods of rain are possible across both Saturday and Sunday.
Despite the current temperature trend, conditions remain well below historic highs. Records from the Met Office show the warmest early May Bank Holiday in Cheltenham occurred on 6 May 1995, when temperatures reached 28.6°C. Currently, pollen levels across the region are low, offering some relief for those sensitive to seasonal allergies.
For those looking to plan activities around local events later in the month, Visit Cheltenham provides information on upcoming community listings, while preparations continue at the Cheltenham Racecourse for events held later in May.
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