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Chelmsford weather today
Monday, 26th October 2026
16°
Light rain
Low 8°
Official weather alert: Flood Warning: Maldon Town waterfront and the Hythe. Mild temperatures are expected in Chelmsford Today, peaking at around 16 °C and dropping to 8 °C by night. Strong winds are anticipated in Chelmsford Today, nearing 32.8 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 80%, but with light accumulations around 3.21 mm.
16° / 8°
Temp
80%
Rain
33 km/h
Wind
84%
Humidity
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Chelmsford hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 8.1° | 8.5° | 8.2° | 8.2° | 7.8° | 8.5° | 8.7° | Sunrise | 9.1° | 9.9° | 10.3° | 10.8° | 10.8° | 11.5° | 11.9° | 13.1° | 14.4° | 15.4° | Sunset | 15.6° | 14.9° | 15.4° | 15.8° | 15.1° | 15° | 15.1° | |
| Feels like | 5.2° | 5.5° | 5.3° | 5.6° | 5.7° | 6.4° | 6.7° | 7.1° | 7.8° | 10.3° | 10.8° | 10.8° | 11.5° | 11.9° | 13.1° | 14.4° | 15.4° | 15.6° | 14.9° | 15.4° | 15.8° | 15.1° | 15° | 15.1° | |||
| wind speed | 18 km/h | 20 km/h | 18 km/h | 15 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 18 km/h | 23 km/h | 26 km/h | 26 km/h | 28 km/h | 31 km/h | 27 km/h | 29 km/h | 30 km/h | 29 km/h | 30 km/h | 31 km/h | 27 km/h | 31 km/h | 33 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 235° | 240° | 226° | 231° | 217° | 213° | 215° | 201° | 201° | 191° | 189° | 190° | 186° | 184° | 199° | 208° | 217° | 219° | 222° | 226° | 224° | 214° | 213° | 211° | |||
| wind direction | SW | WSW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | SW | SSW | SSW | S | S | S | S | S | SSW | SSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | SSW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.9 mm | 0.8 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 19% | 22% | 24% | 21% | 26% | 24% | 22% | 21% | 23% | 50% | 61% | 71% | 71% | 61% | 56% | 60% | 29% | 27% | 20% | 28% | 23% | 19% | 13% | 22% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 74% | 76% | 80% | 79% | 83% | 80% | 77% | 75% | 74% | 84% | 88% | 90% | 94% | 94% | 94% | 95% | 89% | 85% | 87% | 83% | 79% | 87% | 86% | 88% | |||
| dew point | 3.9° | 4.6° | 4.9° | 4.8° | 5.1° | 5.2° | 5° | 4.9° | 5.5° | 7.7° | 8.9° | 9.2° | 10.5° | 11° | 12.2° | 13.6° | 13.6° | 13.1° | 12.7° | 12.5° | 12.2° | 12.9° | 12.6° | 13° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 9 km | 9 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 89% | 100% | 100% | 88% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 60% | 100% | 100% | 62% | 17% | 73% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Chelmsford today
The weather in Chelmsford today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 16 °C, compared to an average of 11.7 °C for 26th of October in recent years.
temperatures
16 °C
rain
3.2 mm
wind
33 km/h
UV
Low
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Chelmsford daylight overview
Today in Chelmsford, the sun rises at 06:41 and sets at 16:42, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 1 minutes.
Daytime
Day length10h 1m▼ 3m 46s
Solar noon11:41
Evening golden hour15:54 – 16:42
Night
Full MoonIllumination 99%
Moonrise16:14
Moonset08:31 tomorrow
Chelmsford: Sun reaches 25.9° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Chelmsford - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Chelmsford?
The maximum temperature for today in Chelmsford is expected to be 16° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Chelmsford?
Yes, there is a 80% chance of rain in Chelmsford today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Chelmsford?
The wind in Chelmsford is expected to blow at 33 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Chelmsford today?
Given the forecast of 16 °C with a 80% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Chelmsford today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Chelmsford today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:41 and set at 16:42 in Chelmsford.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Chelmsford today?
Chelmsford weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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