Blackpool weather forecast: Sunny spells but temperatures begin to cool

The weather in Blackpool is set to be bright today, as forecasters predict bursts of bright sunshine and sunny spells throughout the day

However, the temperature will begin to cool towards the weekend, dropping to single figures typical of this time of year by early next week.

What will the weather be like this morning in Blackpool?

This morning will be chilly but sunny, with the temperature set to reach 11C by lunchtime.

What will the weather be like this afternoon in Blackpool?

This afternoon will continue to see sunny spells, with the temperature reaching its peak of 12C by 1pm.

What will the weather be like this evening and tonight in Blackpool?

Early evening will then become quickly dark, but remain dry, with the temperature beginning to cool after 7pm.

What will the weather be like tomorrow in Blackpool?

Tomorrow is set to be overcast throughout most of the day, with a maximum temperature of 14C.

What is the long-term forecast for Blackpool?

Blackpool is set to see temperatures of 10C over the weekend, dropping to 7C by early next week.

“It will turn sunnier through the weekend, before thicker cloud brings an increasing shower risk by Monday. Turning colder through the period, accentuated by strengthening winds,” according to the Met Office.

Looking further ahead for the UK in general, “For much of next week it looks mostly cloudy with the best of the brighter spells in the west. Showers may affect eastern and some central areas, and these could turn wintry over hills.”