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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the UK Bullet weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️19°C
OvercastWesthoughtonFeels like 16° · Wind 19 km/h · Humidity 54%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 05:49Sunset 20:39
Today☁️19°14°💧0%
Sun🌦️19°13°💧24%
Mon🌦️18°15°💧49%
Tue🌦️18°16°💧83%
Wed🌦️16°13°💧71%
Thu🌦️17°11°💧69%
Fri🌦️17°12°💧50%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above before heading out in Westhoughton today, as conditions across Greater Manchester can shift quickly with Atlantic weather systems moving in from the west.

What is the weather like in Westhoughton today?

Westhoughton sits in the Lancashire plain, so it often sees cloudier and wetter conditions than areas further east. The live forecast above gives the most up-to-date picture for the next few hours, including any rain bands moving through. For a more detailed outlook, you can check BBC Weather Westhoughton for hourly breakdowns or the Met Office weather Westhoughton page for official warnings.

What should I expect over the next week?

The weather in Westhoughton 7 days ahead tends to follow a typical north-west England pattern: mild but changeable, with frequent showers and occasional longer spells of rain. If you need the weather in Westhoughton 10 days, our 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page gives a longer-range view, though confidence drops after day 5. For weather Westhoughton tomorrow, the live forecast above already includes the next 24 hours.

LocationWesthoughton, Greater Manchester
ElevationApproximately 120 metres above sea level
ClimateCool temperate, with rainfall spread throughout the year
Nearest Met Office stationRostherne (about 20 miles south)
Is it going to rain in Westhoughton tomorrow?

The live forecast above includes the next 24 hours, so check the rain probability and precipitation totals there. For a more detailed look at tomorrow’s conditions, the weather Westhoughton tomorrow section of the forecast updates every hour.

How accurate are 7-day forecasts for Westhoughton?

For the first three days, accuracy is high (around 90%). Beyond that, confidence drops, especially for exact rain timings. Use the weather in Westhoughton 10 days outlook as a general guide, but always refer to the live forecast above for the latest.

Where can I find the latest Met Office weather for Westhoughton?

The Met Office provides official warnings and detailed forecasts. You can access their data directly via the sources below, but the live forecast above already pulls from the same authoritative feed for Westhoughton.

For more UK forecasts, visit our UK weather hub or check conditions in nearby cities such as Liverpool Weather and Sheffield Weather.