Suffolk

Heavy Rain And Strong Winds Forecast For Haverhill

By

Karen McGinn
14 March 2026, 9:56 am

Residents in Haverhill, Suffolk, are being told to prepare for a change in the weather this weekend, as sunny spells on Saturday, 14 March 2026, are expected to give way to rain and blustery conditions. While the morning will start with bright intervals, the latest updates suggest the dry weather will not last through the evening.

According to the Met Office, there is a 30 per cent chance of rain moving into the area by 6pm on Saturday. This marks a shift from the clearer skies seen earlier in the day, with temperatures reaching around 9°C.

The weather is forecast to become much more unsettled on Sunday, 15 March 2026, as the probability of light rain increases significantly. The Met Office predicts an 80 to 95 per cent chance of rainfall during the afternoon, with some of these outbreaks potentially becoming locally heavy.

Strong winds are also expected to impact the town, with gusts reaching speeds of up to 35mph. The regional forecast for the East of England indicates that these outbreaks of rain and blustery conditions will gradually spread eastwards across the area.

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