Residents in Macclesfield can expect a week of unsettled weather, with the Met Office warning of heavy rain and strong winds as the week progresses. According to the latest update issued at 7am on 13 April 2026, the local area will experience a shift from sunny intervals to more persistent wet conditions.
Monday 13 April is set to see sunny intervals with a daytime high of 12°C, though gusty winds up to 17mph will make it feel closer to 10°C. Conditions will begin to turn on Tuesday, as cloud and patchy rain spread across the region, with heavier rain expected to arrive overnight.
Wednesday 15 April is currently forecast to be the wettest day of the week, with heavy rain anticipated during the afternoon. Residents should also be prepared for strong winds, as gusts could reach 32mph. The unsettled pattern is expected to begin moderating by Thursday, when a mix of sunshine and showers returns to the region.
For those planning time outdoors, pollen levels are expected to remain moderate through Wednesday, before rising to a high level on Friday. Throughout the week, air quality levels are forecast to remain at a low pollution level.
Looking further ahead, the North West England regional forecast indicates that changeable conditions will likely continue through the remainder of April. Periods of low pressure are expected to bring further showers and, at times, longer spells of rain to the area.
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