Residents in Northampton, Northamptonshire, can expect unseasonably warm and dry conditions this week as temperatures are set to reach up to 17°C. The Met Office predicts largely dry and mild weather with sunshine on Wednesday, 4 March and Thursday, 5 March 2026.
These maximum temperatures are significantly warmer than the usual March average of 10°C. While most of the week will stay dry, a small amount of light rain is expected to move through the area overnight on Thursday before clearing away for the weekend.
Despite the sunny forecast, the Environment Agency has kept flood alerts in place for the River Nene. Areas including St James, Far Cotton, and Cotton End are still affected because river levels remain high after heavy rain earlier in the week.
Officials are currently storing water in the Northamptonshire Washlands to help manage the flow of the river. People living near the water or visiting sites like Billing Aquadrome are encouraged to keep a close watch on local water levels while the ground remains wet.
A slow-moving weather pattern is likely to keep the East Midlands drier than other parts of the country through the middle of March. This should make travel and outdoor plans easier for most households across the town during the coming days.
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