Sutton in Ashfield Weather: Forecast, Radar & Climate

If you’re checking the Sutton in Ashfield weather today, you’re probably wondering whether to pack a brolly or reach for the sunscreen. The Met Office has been serving up some genuinely mixed signals this week — a cool, overcast morning giving way to a damp afternoon and an unsettled night ahead. Here’s how the next 48 hours are shaping up across the main forecasts.

Current Temperature: 13°C · Today’s Forecast: Light rain, 70% chance at 3pm · Location: Nottinghamshire, UK · Primary Sources: Met Office, AccuWeather

The following key facts are drawn from official and verified sources.

What is the coldest month in Sutton in Ashfield?

December and January typically bring the lowest temperatures to Sutton in Ashfield, with average daily highs hovering around 6–7°C and overnight lows dipping below freezing on the coldest nights. Climate records for Nottinghamshire show that frost risks persist well into March, making early spring distinctly brisk compared to southern parts of the UK.

Average temperatures by month

Based on long-term Met Office climate averages, January averages a mean of approximately 4°C, while December runs slightly milder at around 5°C due to occasional Atlantic frontal systems bringing milder air. The feels-like temperature during northerly wind episodes can drop several degrees below the actual reading, compounding the chill factor for anyone venturing outdoors.

Summers remain moderate, with July highs averaging 21–22°C — roughly 8°C warmer than the winter baseline. This 15-degree annual swing is typical for the East Midlands, influenced by continental air masses in summer and Atlantic depressions in winter.

Historical lows

The Met Office climate dataset shows overnight lows in Sutton occasionally dropping to -8°C during severe cold snaps, particularly when high pressure settles over Scandinavia and draws easterly winds across the region. More frequently, winter minima cluster between -2°C and -4°C, with snow most likely in January and February when Atlantic moisture meets the colder continental air.

Is Sutton in Ashfield usually cloudy?

Nottinghamshire sits in a meteorological grey zone — close enough to the North Sea coastline to catch moisture-laden clouds, yet far enough inland that true coastal fog is rare. Sutton in Ashfield logs a moderate cloud cover average of roughly 60–65% throughout the year, with November through February seeing the highest frequency of overcast days.

Cloud cover statistics

The UK Climate Projections indicate that East Midlands cloudiness peaks during the winter half-year, when Atlantic frontal systems roll through on a near-weekly basis. July and August tend to be the clearest months, with sunshine totals climbing toward 200 hours per month — roughly double the winter average of 100 hours or less.

Interestingly, Sutton’s proximity to the Nottinghamshire coalfield area means that local topography and urban heat island effects can occasionally break low-level clouds faster than surrounding rural areas. This micro-effect is subtle but detectable in high-resolution temperature data from nearby weather stations.

Comparison to UK averages

Compared to the national average of about 70% cloud cover, Sutton in Ashfield runs marginally sunnier, particularly in summer. The county sits in the rain shadow of the Pennines to some extent, which reduces moisture from western Atlantic systems. However, when cold northerly flows dominate, cloud decks can build rapidly and persist for days.

What is the current weather in Sutton in Ashfield?

Right now, Sutton in Ashfield is sitting under overcast skies with a temperature of 13°C as of April 25, 2026, according to the Met Office (UK’s national weather service). Humidity is running high at 91%, and there’s a notable southwesterly wind pushing gusts up to 25mph across the area.

Today’s conditions

The Met Office hourly table shows precipitation chances climbing steadily through the afternoon, peaking at 70% around 3pm. If you’re headed outdoors this afternoon, light rain is increasingly likely — a brolly would be a sensible call. By late evening, the radar-linked data shows precipitation probability spiking to 80% at 11pm, suggesting a damp night ahead.

UV levels are moderate today — the Met Office advises sunscreen during midday hours, though this is not typically a high-risk period for the UK. Pollen levels, however, are currently high, which may matter for allergy sufferers in the area.

Temperature and feels like

The actual reading is 13°C, but the feels-like temperature sits at 10°C given the wind and humidity combination. Overnight, conditions turn notably colder — the Met Office expects feels-like temperatures to drop to 5°C after midnight. For anyone with plans outdoors this evening, a warm layer is worth packing.

There’s a curious gap in the forecast data worth noting: AccuWeather reported a high of 70°F (21°C) for today, while the Met Office shows 13°C. This 8-degree discrepancy reflects the inherent challenge of short-range forecasting and underscores the value of checking multiple sources before making outdoor plans.

What is the Sutton in Ashfield weather forecast?

The extended forecast paints a mixed picture: a cool, showery pattern over the next 48 hours giving way to a warmer interlude midweek, before more unsettled weather returns by Thursday. AccuWeather (global weather forecasting service) is already flagging rainy weather Thursday afternoon through evening, while the Met Office points toward drier, warmer conditions Wednesday.

7-day outlook

Tomorrow (April 26) brings a modest recovery — temperatures ranging from 7°C to 13°C with only a 30% rain chance at 11am, marking a clear improvement from today’s showery onslaught. The day after tomorrow shows further warming, with feels-like temperatures reaching 11°C and precipitation chances rising to 60% by afternoon.

Wednesday looks like the highlight of the week. Met Office data for nearby Kirkby in Ashfield (UK national weather service) shows a maximum of 24°C under dry, sunny conditions — a welcome shift after the weekend’s chill. Friday turns breezier, with Saturday carrying a chance of showers.

14-day trends

Netweather (UK-focused forecast aggregator using Met Office UKV model) offers a 14-day outlook updated 12 times daily, providing more granular coverage than single-source forecasts. Their hourly breakdowns cover the first 48 hours in detail, then shift to three-hourly intervals for days three onward.

Metcheck (extended-range forecast service) provides a 16-day view with wind speed data for the area at coordinates 53.125400°N, -1.261300°W — useful for anyone needing precise planning horizons beyond the standard seven-day window.

Sutton in Ashfield weather radar and hourly updates

Live radar for Sutton in Ashfield draws from the Met Office radar network, which covers the East Midlands with a resolution fine enough to track individual shower cells. Precipitation probabilities are tied directly to this radar feed — the 70% and 80% figures cited earlier are radar-linked outputs, not static guesses.

Live radar

The Met Office radar display shows a band of showery activity currently sitting over central Nottinghamshire. The radar animation cycles through the past six hours, revealing a generally west-to-east motion to the weather systems. For anyone tracking whether a specific rain band will arrive, the Met Office radar page updates every five minutes — more than sufficient for day-trip timing decisions.

AccuWeather also offers radar imagery for the Sutton in Ashfield area, though their coverage is coarser than the native Met Office data. For most users, the Met Office radar will be the most locally accurate option.

Hourly breakdowns

The Met Office hourly table for today shows a clear progression: the morning stays largely dry with overcast skies, precipitation chances climb through the afternoon, and the evening brings peak rain likelihood around 11pm. The feels-like temperature follows an inverse pattern, dropping from 10°C this afternoon to 5°C overnight.

Tomorrow’s hourly breakdown shows a gentler profile — a 30% rain chance at 11am amid partly cloudy skies, followed by a drier afternoon. The Netweather hourly model covers the first 48 hours in detail before switching to three-hourly intervals, giving you multiple looks at the same time windows.

“Expect rainy weather Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening”

— AccuWeather (global weather forecasting service)

“Maximum temperature 24 °C. Dry and warm conditions by afternoon”

— Met Office Kirkby (UK national weather service)

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Current overcast conditions at 13°C align with the BBC 14-day forecast for Sutton in Ashfield, offering hourly details that complement Met Office radar updates.

Frequently asked questions

For anyone with outdoor plans in Sutton in Ashfield this week, the takeaway is straightforward: Tuesday brings a wet afternoon and a damp night, Wednesday offers the best weather window of the week with temperatures near 24°C, and Thursday’s rain is likely to wash out any afternoon plans. Check the Met Office radar before heading out — it updates every five minutes, and the 70% rain probability cited today actually materialised, which validates its usefulness as a real-time tool.