Derbyshire

Swadlincote Sees Cooler Midweek Temperatures Before Milder Weekend

By

Karen McGinn
4 May 2026, 10:45 am

Residents in Swadlincote can expect a week of variable weather, with a notable cool spell mid-week followed by a milder, though windier, end to the week. According to the Met Office, temperatures will fluctuate significantly before the weekend arrives.

The week begins with overcast conditions on Monday and Tuesday, with daytime highs of 15°C. Residents should prepare for a drop in temperatures by Wednesday, which is expected to be the coldest day of the week. Highs will reach only 12°C, and overnight lows may dip to 3°C, with the potential for patchy rural grass frost in some areas.

Milder weather returns toward the end of the week, with temperatures climbing to 17°C by Friday alongside sunny intervals. However, the East Midlands forecast indicates the weekend will turn cloudy, with a 40% chance of rain on both Saturday and Sunday. Sunday is set to be the windiest day of the period, with gusts reaching up to 28mph.

Throughout the week, local pollen levels are forecast to remain low. The Met Office advises that ultraviolet levels will be moderate, and residents are encouraged to wear sunscreen if spending time outdoors during the middle of the day.

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