Stockport, Greater Manchester, is set to experience unusually warm but unsettled weather from February 24, 2026, into early March as temperatures reach 14°C alongside heavy rain and strong winds. According to the Met Office, these temperatures are well above the seasonal daytime average of 8°C usually seen in the town during late February.
While the milder conditions might be a welcome break from the winter cold, they are being brought in by weather systems moving across the country from the Atlantic Ocean. This will result in a broadly changeable period where heavy rain is frequently followed by drier spells, though there is a significant chance of gales at times.
The Environment Agency has already issued several flood warnings across England, with local attention focused on the River Mersey and River Goyt. These two rivers meet in the centre of Stockport and are considered high-risk zones for rising water levels during periods of heavy and constant rain.
The shift toward this unsettled weather is expected to begin around the same time that Stockport County FC hosts Wigan Athletic at Edgeley Park on February 21, 2026. Supporters attending the match should prepare for blustery and wet conditions as the first of these weather systems starts to move through the North West.
Homeowners and gardeners are being encouraged to check their properties for any minor issues that could be made worse by the wind. With the weather expected to stay changeable for at least ten days, anyone planning outdoor work or travel should keep a close eye on local updates.
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