Residents in Peterborough can expect a mix of sunshine and clouds on Tuesday 12 May 2026, providing a pleasant interlude before weather conditions turn more unsettled later in the week.
According to the Met Office, Tuesday will see sunny intervals with maximum temperatures reaching 16°C and a low of 6°C. While conditions will be generally fine, the forecast indicates a 20 per cent chance of rain around 2pm, with the chance of rain around 20% at 2pm and 4pm, but falling to 10% or less during other afternoon hours.
The UK’s national meteorological service notes that UV levels will reach a moderate level during the middle of the day. They advise that residents should take care during these hours and use sunscreen if spending time outdoors. The day will also see some wind, with gusts expected to reach up to 32mph and afternoon winds settling between 15 and 16mph.
Those planning to be out can enjoy approximately 15 hours and 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun rising at 05:10 and setting at 20:46. However, residents should be prepared for a significant change on Wednesday 13 May, which is forecast to bring frequent, blustery showers that may be heavy and accompanied by a risk of thunder.
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