Peterborough finally set for rain this week but temperatures to remain high - full forecast

After weeks of dry, sunny weather, rain is finally expected to fall in Peterborough this week - but gardeners shouldn’t rejoice just yet.

The city has endured an exceptionally hot and dry summer so far, with a number of records dating back to the infamous summer of 1976 smashed.

A lack of rain has resulted in Peterborough being placed under a hosepipe ban by Anglian Water, meaning residents cannot use water for things like watering plants or cleaning cars.

While forecasters anticipate a more changeable period towards the end of July, temperatures are expected to remain high.

Those hoping for significant rainfall are likely to be disappointed, with just 5mm expected for most parts of eastern England over the week ahead.

But some rain is expected to fall in Peterborough over the coming days, providing brief respite from the unrelenting heat.

When could it rain in Peterborough this week?

According to the current BBC Weather forecast, rain could fall in Peterborough on Wednesday (July 22) and Sunday (July 26).

Wednesday could bring some light rain showers between 2pm and 4pm, while Sunday’s forecast shows a morning of drizzle.

This week daily highs will fluctuate between 22C and 27C, with cloud expected to make things feel slightly cooler compared to last week.

Full forecast

Monday, July 20

Highs of 21C and lows of 11C. Sunny intervals and light winds.

Tuesday, July 21

Highs of 24C and lows of 12C. Sunny intervals and light winds.

Wednesday, July 22

Highs of 22C and lows of 12C. Drizzle and a gentle breeze.

Thursday, July 23

Highs of 26C and lows of 13C. Light cloud and light winds.

Friday, July 24

Highs of 27C and lows of 13C. Sunny and a gentle breeze.

Saturday, July 25

Highs of 25C and lows of 16C. Light cloud and a gentle breeze.

Sunday, July 26

Highs of 25C and lows of 13C. Drizzle and a moderate breeze.