Oldham weekend weather forecast 2026

Oldham's weekend weather is shaping up to be a mixed bag, with Saturday offering a brief respite before Sunday's stormy conditions arrive. Saturday morning will see light showers and temperatures hovering between 4-7°C, though it'll feel more like 1-4°C with the wind chill. The wind will shift from northeast to west throughout the day, bringing brighter spells by afternoon as rain chances drop to 20-30%.

Saturday evening will turn colder again, with temperatures dropping to 4°C and rain chances increasing late in the evening. Sunday morning looks particularly grim, with a 70-80% chance of rain and strong winds making it feel like 1-4°C despite actual temperatures of 5-8°C. The Met Office warns that wind gusts could reach 37mph, creating hazardous conditions for anyone planning outdoor activities.

The weather does improve somewhat as Sunday progresses, with temperatures climbing to 10-11°C by afternoon and feeling more comfortable at 6-7°C. Rain will ease but the strong winds persist throughout the day. By Sunday evening, conditions should be much better with temperatures staying around 9-10°C and rain risk dropping to just 10-20%.