Residents in Folkestone can look forward to a mostly dry and warming week, although allergy sufferers should take note of high pollen levels. According to the Met Office, temperatures are set to climb from 14°C on Tuesday to a peak of 17°C by Saturday, 18 April 2026, which is slightly above the typical seasonal averages for this time of year.
Wednesday, 15 April, will be the only day featuring significant rainfall. The forecast indicates light rain throughout the day, with the chance of precipitation reaching 90 per cent throughout the day.
Across the region, the Met Office reports that pollen levels will remain high for most of the week. This includes high levels of birch pollen and moderate levels of ash pollen, while the oak pollen season is also beginning.
Looking ahead, the long-range forecast suggests that settled conditions will likely continue into late April. High pressure systems are expected to keep the weather drier and warmer than average through 27 April.
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