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By Lucy Hartley, Community & Society CorrespondentReviewed by Diane ForbesForecast data: Open-Meteo & national met services

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

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Check the live forecast above for Wigan before heading out, as conditions in Greater Manchester shift frequently with Atlantic weather systems. The Met Office data shown provides the most reliable update for planning your day, whether you need an umbrella or sun protection.

What is the weather typically like in Wigan?

Wigan experiences a temperate maritime climate, meaning mild winters and cool summers with rainfall spread throughout the year. The Pennines to the east can shelter the area from some heavier rain, but north-westerly winds often bring showers. The live forecast above gives you the most accurate picture for today and the coming days.

How reliable are BBC Weather forecasts for Wigan?

BBC Weather sources its data from the Met Office, the UK’s national weather service. For short-term forecasts — such as weather in Wigan today or weather in Wigan tomorrow — the accuracy is high. For longer outlooks, like weather in Wigan 10 days or Wigan weather 14 days, confidence decreases as models update, so always recheck the live forecast above.

LocationGreater Manchester, North West England

Climate typeTemperate maritime, mild year-round

Average annual rainfallApproximately 900–1000mm

Nearest Met Office stationRostherne (Cheshire)

Does the Met Office weather for Wigan differ from BBC Weather?

Both use the same underlying Met Office data, so forecasts are essentially identical. BBC Weather presents this information in a more consumer-friendly format, but the raw predictions come from the same source.

What is the weather like in Orrell near Wigan?

Orrell, just west of Wigan, shares the same general climate. Being slightly higher in elevation, it can be a degree or two cooler and may see more cloud or mist. The live forecast for Wigan above is a reliable guide for Orrell too.

How accurate is AccuWeather for Wigan?

AccuWeather uses its own global model, which can sometimes differ from the Met Office. For short-range forecasts, both are broadly similar, but the Met Office (via BBC Weather) is generally considered more reliable for UK locations like Wigan.