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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the DailyCity weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️14°C
OvercastPrestonFeels like 12° · Wind 16 km/h · Humidity 77%
UV 3 ModerateSunrise 05:34Sunset 20:59
Today🌧️18°13°💧100%
Fri🌦️20°14°💧69%
Sat☁️22°11°💧4%
Sun☁️21°15°💧43%
Mon🌦️21°13°💧33%
Tue☁️26°13°💧4%
Wed☁️27°18°💧8%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Preston, the county town of Lancashire, sees the conditions shown in the live forecast above – a typical pattern for this inland city just north of the River Ribble. Expect the usual northwest mix of cloud and clear spells today.

What is the weather doing in Preston right now?

The live forecast above gives the current temperature, wind and pressure for Preston, situated between the Forest of Bowland and the West Lancashire coastal plain. Residents on the northern edge, such as in Fulwood, will see very similar readings – the bbc weather fulwood preston data is essentially the city-wide picture. For a broader UK outlook, head to our UK weather hub.

What is the outlook for the coming days?

The live forecast above includes a 14-day view, so you can check the preston weather 14 day forecast at a glance. Preston’s weather comes in from the Irish Sea, so wind direction often signals the next front. For a longer-range view, services such as AccuWeather Preston and the Met Office also offer 21-day predictions, though the preston weather 21 day forecast is less certain than the 14-day. If you’re curious about conditions further north, our Liverpool Weather page follows a similar maritime pattern.

CountyLancashire
RegionNorth West England
Nearest riverRiver Ribble
Elevation~30 m (100 ft) above sea level
What is the 14-day forecast for Preston?

The live forecast above shows the 14-day outlook for Preston, Lancashire. For detailed hourly data, the Met Office and BBC Weather both provide reliable preston weather 14 day forecast updates. The bbc weather preston 14 days met office data is built into that feed.

How does the weather in Fulwood, Preston, differ?

Fulwood lies on the northern edge of Preston, slightly higher in elevation. The bbc weather fulwood preston forecast is essentially the same as the city centre, but suburban areas may see minor variations in wind and fog.

What are the flood risks for Preston?

Preston is situated on the River Ribble and has flood defences. During heavy rain, check the Environment Agency’s warnings. The met office weather preston site also includes alerts for the area.