Met Office weekend football fixtures forecast

Author: Press Office

As the Premier League returns for another action-packed weekend, weather conditions across the United Kingdom are set to play a significant role in the unfolding drama.

With unsettled patterns expected, teams and supporters should prepare for a mix of rain, sunny spells, and persistent breezes.

This forecast provides a detailed outlook for each fixture, helping you anticipate how the weather may influence viewing conditions. 

Brighton vs Leeds United

The American Express Stadium will see rain lingering in the far east during the morning, which may affect the early stages of the match. As the day progresses, sunny spells are forecast to develop in the west, offering intermittent relief. Showers are expected to form during the afternoon, with the possibility of heavy and persistent rainfall for a time. Breezy conditions will prevail throughout. The maximum temperature is set to reach 15°C, providing a mild backdrop despite the unsettled weather.

Burnley vs Arsenal

At Turf Moor, expect a day of sunny spells interspersed with scattered showers, some of which may be heavy. These showers are not anticipated to be as frequent as those seen on Friday, but their intensity could disrupt play. The breeze will persist, making for a less mild feel, with a maximum temperature of 13°C. 

Crystal Palace vs Brentford

Selhurst Park will experience rain lingering in the far east and sunny spells developing in the west. Afternoon showers are likely, and these could become heavy and persistent as the match progresses. The breeze will be a constant factor. With a maximum temperature of 15°C, the environment will be relatively mild, but the unsettled weather may require some attention. 

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Fulham vs Wolves

Craven Cottage is set for a day marked by rain in the far east and emerging sunny spells in the west. Showers will develop during the afternoon, with the potential to become heavy and persistent. Wind will remain a feature throughout. The maximum temperature will be around 15°C, ensuring a comfortable playing temperature despite the unsettled weather.

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United

The City Ground will see a bright start to the day, with plenty of sunny spells providing ideal conditions for the early part of the match. However, a few isolated showers may develop during the afternoon, introducing an element of unpredictability. The breeze will persist throughout much of the day. With a maximum temperature of 13°C, the conditions will be cool but manageable.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea

The evening fixture at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is expected to mirror the conditions seen earlier in the day, with rain lingering in the far east and sunny spells developing in the west. Afternoon showers may become heavy and persistent, particularly as the match approaches kick-off. Maximum temperature will be around 15°C.

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Liverpool vs Aston Villa

Anfield will host a match characterised by sunny spells and scattered showers, some of which may be heavy. These showers are not expected to be as frequent as on Friday, but their presence could still be disruptive at times. The breeze will persist, making for a less mild feel, with a maximum temperature of 13°C.

West Ham Newcastle United

Sunday’s early fixture at the London Olympic Stadium is set to be unsettled throughout. Some brighter spells are expected, offering brief periods of ideal playing conditions. However, further bands of rain and strong winds are forecast to arrive overnight, which could influence the latter stages of the match. 

Manchester city vs Bournemouth

The Etihad Stadium will see further showers on Sunday, interspersed with plenty of sunny spells. The variability in weather may lead to teams needing to adjust their approach as conditions change.

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Sunderland vs Everton

Monday night’s fixture at the Stadium of Light is expected to continue the unsettled theme. Some brighter spells are forecast for Sunday morning, but further bands of rain and strong winds are set to arrive overnight, potentially impacting the match.

The unsettled weather across the country brings the potential for rain, wind, and sunny spells to influence the outcome of each fixture.

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