Gusts reaching 43 miles per hour are expected to strike Coventry throughout the upcoming Easter Bank Holiday weekend. The most recent local prediction indicates these powerful winds will arrive Saturday afternoon.

Winds of 43mph are anticipated at approximately 5pm, before decreasing to the mid-40s range, then climbing back to 42mph by 10pm.

Although Easter Sunday will bring less intense winds, chances of rainfall remain present.

This pattern is forecast to persist into Bank Holiday Monday. The newest local prediction for today and through the weekend includes the following details:

Today

Wednesday begins with sunny conditions, particularly in eastern areas where any mist or fog will dissipate. Clouds will gather throughout the afternoon, though precipitation will largely hold off. Some rain will reach northern parts by evening. The high will reach 14C.

Tonight

Cloud cover increases this evening as rain moves across the area. Conditions will improve later with clear periods, becoming cold with some rural frost possible. Breezy conditions will persist, though winds will subside by morning. The low will drop to 1C.

Thursday

A cooler morning with periods of sunshine. Sunlight will become hazy during the afternoon but conditions will remain fine and dry with gentle breezes. Temperatures will feel cooler. The maximum will be 11C.

Friday through Sunday Outlook

The Easter weekend will bring unsettled weather with showers or extended periods of rain. Easter Sunday itself promises to be generally drier and brighter. Additionally, winds will be strong and gusty.