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Keeping the Forest of Dean and Vale of Leadon one step ahead of the weather. 🌤️ From Coleford, Cinderford, Lydney and Newent to every village in between, we provide reliable local forecasts, weather updates and alerts for our community. The Forest of Dean Severe Weather Centre provides around the clock monitoring and coverage of severe weather that affects or may affect the district. This is especially the case when severe or significant weather impacts the area and your comments can help provide real-time information to us and others. We are always happy to hear your feedback too, so let us know if you have any comments or suggestions too. Thank you!

Wow! What a day it has been so far...
27/08/2026

Wow! What a day it has been so far...

25/08/2026

🌤️ A pleasant day… but a change is coming! ⛈️

It’s feeling noticeably warmer today, with low pressure to our west dragging warmer, more humid air northwards from the south. Add plenty of sunshine and it’s actually a rather pleasant day across the Forest of Dean. ☀️

But things are about to turn much more unsettled…

The warm, humid air will provide the ingredients for some potentially lively showers and thunderstorms over the next couple of days. ⛈️

🔹 Early Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms may develop, with further storms possible at times through Wednesday.
🔹 Thursday: Another round of showers and thunderstorms is possible, particularly during the early hours.
🔹 Friday & the weekend: Still unsettled, but showers should generally be less intense.

As always with thundery weather, some places may miss the worst altogether. However, where storms do develop, they could produce some very heavy rainfall, gusty winds, hail and frequent lightning. 🌧️💨⚡

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Thunderstorm Warning covering much of the District for both Wednesday and Thursday, so this is something we'll be keeping a close eye on.

Despite the unsettled weather, it will remain warm, with temperatures reaching around 24–25°C in many places on Wednesday and Thursday. Any sunny spells between the showers could therefore still feel very pleasant. 🌡️

By Friday and into the weekend, temperatures should ease back slightly into the low 20s, with showers continuing but generally expected to be less intense.

👀 We'll be monitoring developments closely and will provide further updates if the risk of severe weather increases.

Stay weather aware — the next couple of days could certainly be interesting! ⛈️

17/08/2026

Well, it’s certainly starting to feel a little different! 🌥️🌬️

After weeks of very warm, dry and often relentlessly sunny weather, we’ve finally seen a noticeable change over the past day or two. More cloud, a fresher northerly breeze and, looking ahead, a much more unsettled feel to the weather.

And yes… there could even be some rain! 🌧️

Before we get too excited, though, we’re not expecting huge amounts, and it’s unlikely to make any significant difference to the exceptionally dry conditions or ongoing drought. But after such a prolonged dry spell, even a little rain will certainly be welcome.

Temperatures are changing too. Today could still reach around 25°C, but as we head through the week, daytime temperatures will gradually fall back to much more seasonal levels in the low 20s, or perhaps even a little below.

And those chilly nights are making a return! 🌡️ By the second half of the week, many of us could be waking up to single-figure temperatures — a very different story from the warm nights we’ve become accustomed to.

So, while this week certainly isn’t looking like a washout, it will bring a very different feel to the weather across the Forest.

After weeks of heat, sunshine and extreme dryness, a little cloud, cooler air and the prospect of some rain might just be a welcome change for many of us! 🍃🌦️

13/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
9.00pm, Thursday 13th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ALL AREAS UNTIL 9PM FRIDAY.

* WHAT... Hot, locally very hot, with highs of 29-31°C Friday.

* WHERE... The entire District. Highest temperatures likely in low-lying parts along the Severn and Leadon Valleys.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Friday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

Although the current heatwave has now peaked, temperatures Friday will remain well above heatwave thresholds, with widespread highs of 29°C or 30°C likely. Overnight lows Thursday night and Friday night will remain in the upper-teens for many places too. Temperatures will ease on Saturday, but highs in the mid-20's are likely through the weekend and in to the first part of next week. Overnight lows will drop too, with lows in the low- to mid-teens generally. Little to no rain is forecast, and with tinder dry conditions we continue to see a severe wildfire risk across the entire District.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will expire at 9pm, Friday 14th August.

13/08/2026

Just a brief update. Our Heatwave Warning remains in effect until 9pm tomorrow, but the Met Office have now extended the Amber Extreme Heat Warning for today to include our area. This Extreme Heat Warning is in effect until midnight tonight. Take care in the heat today!

12/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
9.00pm, Wednesday 12th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ALL AREAS UNTIL 9PM FRIDAY.

* WHAT... Hot, locally very hot, temperatures with highs of 32-34°C Thursday, and 27-29°C on Friday.

* WHERE... The entire District. Highest temperatures likely in low-lying parts along the Severn and Leadon Valleys.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Friday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

The current heatwave will peak on Thursday, with highs of 33°C or 34°C likely in many places. Overnight lows will remain in the mid-teens until the weekend. Temperatures will ease on Friday, but will remain in the high-20's. Less hot conditions, with highs in the low to mid-20's are expected through the weekend. The continuing dry and hot weather means the wildfire risk remains severe with no significant rain expected throughout the remainder of this week and through the weekend.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will be updated by 9pm, Thursday 13th August.

11/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
7.30pm, Tuesday 11th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ALL AREAS UNTIL 9PM FRIDAY.

* WHAT... Hot, locally very hot, temperatures with highs of 32-34°C Wednesday and Thursday, and 27-29°C on Friday.

* WHERE... The entire District. Highest temperatures likely in low-lying parts along the Severn and Leadon Valleys.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Friday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

The current heatwave will peak on Wednesday and Thursday, with highs of 33°C or 34°C possible in places. Increasing humidity will also make for more uncomfortable nights, especially Wednesday and Thursday nights. Temperatures will begin to decrease by the end of the week, but will remain in the high-20's on Friday. Less hot conditions, with highs in the low to mid-20's are expected through the weekend. Continuing dry and hot weather means the wildfire risk remains severe with no significant rain expected.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will be updated by 9pm, Wednesday 12th August.

10/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
8.30pm, Monday 10th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FOR ALL AREAS UNTIL 9PM FRIDAY.

* WHAT... Hot, locally very hot, temperatures with highs of 29-31°C on Tuesday, 32-34°C Wednesday and Thursday, and 27-29°C on Friday.

* WHERE... The entire District. Highest temperatures likely in low-lying parts along the Severn and Leadon Valleys.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Friday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

Another spell of hot, dry, and sunny weather over the next few days, with widespread and substantial heat expected through the middle of the week. The heat will peak on Wednesday and Thursday, with highs of 33°C or 34°C possible in places. Increasing humidity will also make for more uncomfortable nights, especially Wednesday and Thursday nights. Temperatures will begin to decrease by the end of the week, but will remain above heatwave thresholds on Friday. Less hot conditions, with highs in the low to mid-20's are expected through the weekend. Continuing dry and hot weather means the wildfire risk remains severe.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will be updated by 9pm, Tuesday 11th August.

09/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
9pm, Sunday 9th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR LOW LYING AREAS BELOW 150 METRES THROUGH TO 9PM THURSDAY; AND FOR ALL REMAINING AREAS FROM 9AM TUESDAY TO 9PM THURSDAY.

* WHAT... Very warm to hot daytime temperatures of around 27°C for low lying areas on Monday, with highs of 28-30°C for all areas Tuesday and 31-33°C Wednesday and Thursday.

* WHERE... Low lying areas, including Lydney and Newent but excluding Cinderford and Coleford until 9am Tuesday, all areas from 9am Tuesday.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Thursday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

Another spell of hot, dry, and sunny weather is expected over much of the coming week. Temperatures will hover around heatwave thresholds, especially across low lying parts, during Monday. More widespread and substantial heat is expected through the middle of the week, affecting all parts. Some parts across the Vale of Leadon may reach highs of 33°C or 34°C on Wednesday and Thursday. Increasing humidity will also make for more uncomfortable nights, especially next week. Temperatures will begin to decrease by the end of the week, but may still remain above heatwave thresholds on Friday.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will be updated by 9pm, Monday 10th August.

08/08/2026

Forest of Dean Weather Centre
8pm, Saturday 8th August 2026

HEATWAVE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR LOW LYING AREAS BELOW 150 METRES THROUGH TO 9PM THURSDAY; AND FOR ALL REMAINING AREAS FROM 9AM TUESDAY TO 9PM THURSDAY.

* WHAT... Very warm to hot daytime temperatures of around 27°C for low lying areas through Monday, with highs of 28-30°C for all areas Tuesday through Thursday, with some places reaching the low 30's.

* WHERE... Low lying areas, including Lydney and Newent but excluding Cinderford and Coleford until 9am Tuesday, all areas from 9am Tuesday.

* WHEN... Until 9pm Thursday

* IMPACTS... There is an increased risk for heat related illness, especially for sensitive groups like the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned or other cool room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbours.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 999.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.

MORE INFORMATION...

Another spell of hot, dry, and sunny weather is expected over the next week. Temperatures will hover around heatwave thresholds, especially across low lying parts, during the next few days. More widespread and substantial heat is expected by the middle of next week, affecting all parts. Some parts across the Vale of Leadon may reach highs of 33°C or 34°C on Wednesday and Thursday. Increasing humidity will also make for more uncomfortable nights, especially next week.

A Heatwave Warning means temperatures of at least 27°C are expected for 3 or more consecutive days.

This Warning will be updated by 9pm, Saturday 8th August.

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