York Weekend Weather Forecast: What to Expect

York Weekend Weather Forecast: What to Expect

The weather forecast for York has a mix of sunny and rainy conditions as the weekend approaches. This article outlines what residents and visitors can expect on January 24 and 25.

York Weekend Weather Forecast: What to Expect

Saturday, January 24

On Saturday, York will begin under cloudy skies, with sunny intervals likely developing by late morning. Temperatures will vary, reaching a high of 8°C and dropping to a low of 5°C. The chance of rain is minimal, at less than 5 percent throughout the day.

  • Morning (8am – 12pm): Overcast skies will gradually brighten, with temperatures between 6°C and 8°C.
  • Afternoon (12pm – 5pm): Expect mostly sunny conditions with temperatures peaking at 8°C.
  • Evening (5pm – 8pm): Cloud cover will increase, temperatures maintaining around 6°C.
  • Night (8pm – midnight): Cloudy skies persist with a slight chance of rain rising to 10-20 percent; temperatures at 6°C.

Sunday, January 25

Sunday will bring a contrast to Saturday’s weather. The day is expected to start wet, with light rain remaining prevalent throughout the morning. Temperatures will reach a high of 7°C and a low of 3°C.

  • Morning (5am – 12pm): Widespread light rain will lead to a steady temperature of around 6°C.
  • Afternoon (12pm – 2pm): Showers will continue until approximately 2pm, followed by overcast skies with temperatures between 6°C and 7°C.
  • Evening (5pm – 8pm): The likelihood of rain decreases to 30-40 percent, with temperatures cooling down to 5°C.
  • Night (8pm – midnight): Temperatures will drop further to between 4°C and 5°C, remaining overcast with a 30 percent chance of light rain.

Additional Weather Insights

According to the Met Office update, both days will experience low UV and pollution levels. This makes for a relatively safe environment for outdoor activities despite the varied weather conditions.