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

⛅11°C
Partly cloudyBoltonFeels like 9° · Wind 13 km/h · Humidity 72%
UV 1 LowSunrise 07:38Sunset 18:11
Today🌧️12°8°💧100%
Sat🌤️12°7°💧0%
Sun☁️11°7°💧4%
Mon🌦️12°7°💧12%
Tue☁️13°8°💧25%
Wed🌦️11°8°💧47%
Thu🌦️10°7°💧50%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

For the latest conditions in Bolton, check the live forecast above before heading out – the town sits on the west Pennine fringe where weather can shift quickly with the hills.

What’s the outlook for Bolton today and tomorrow?

According to the live forecast above, today in Bolton sees a mix of cloud and brighter spells, with a chance of a light shower drifting in from the northwest. Tomorrow brings similar conditions, though winds ease a little by afternoon. The bolton weather today and bolton weather tomorrow both reflect a fairly typical autumn pattern – nothing extreme, but worth having a jacket handy if you’re out near Rivington or the West Pennine Moors.

How reliable are longer-term forecasts for Bolton?

Forecasts beyond a week become less certain, but the met office weather bolton models give a broad idea of trends. For those wanting to plan ahead, bolton weather 14 days and bolton weather 7 days from the Met Office provide a useful guide, though day-to-day detail should be treated as indicative. For a longer view, the bolton weather 14 days met office update and bolton weather 30 day forecast offer a general sense of pressure patterns, not precise timings.

LocationBolton, Greater Manchester
ElevationAbout 100–300 m (town centre to moors)
Typical rain days (Oct)Around 14
Coastal influenceModerated by Irish Sea, 40 miles west
Is the bbc weather bolton 14 day forecast accurate enough for planning a trip?

The BBC’s 14-day outlook for Bolton gives a broad trend, but confidence drops after about 7 days. Use it for general planning – like whether to expect wet or dry spells – and check the live forecast nearer the time for specifics.

Where can I find the best local forecast for Bolton?

The Met Office provides detailed bolton weather 14 days and bolton weather 7 days forecasts. For a quick overview, both the live forecast above and the BBC page are reliable; many locals also use the Met Office app for hourly updates.

Does Bolton get noticeably different weather from nearby towns?

Yes – Bolton sits closer to the West Pennine Moors, so it often sees more cloud and slightly lower temperatures than Manchester city centre. In winter, higher parts like Hospital Road can get lying snow when lower areas stay wet.

For other locations, see our UK weather hub, Liverpool Weather or Glasgow Weather. If you’re looking further ahead, the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page rounds up the national picture.