Met Office football forecast: Rain for most with dry spells later on

As football fans prepare for another action-packed weekend, the weather is set to play a notable role

As football fans across the country prepare for another action-packed weekend in League One and League Two, the weather is set to play a notable role in the matchday experience.

Here’s a detailed forecast for each fixture, helping supporters and players alike plan for the conditions ahead.

League One: Rain to start, drier later for some

Several League One fixtures have been postponed, but for those going ahead, weather conditions will be a key factor.

Burton Albion vs Blackpool 

A cold and windy start is expected, with spots of rain giving way to drier conditions as the match progresses. Cloud will dominate, and although the strong, gusty winds will ease, it will remain chilly throughout, with a maximum temperature of 10°C.

Leyton Orient vs Exeter City

Supporters can expect a murky start, with low cloud, mist, or fog lingering into the morning. As the day goes on, cloud will gradually lift, especially in southern areas, bringing some brighter intervals. Rain will be patchy and mainly confined to the far north. Temperatures will peak at 14°C.

Lincoln City vs Doncaster Rovers

Heavy rain is likely into the early part of Saturday, becoming lighter and more intermittent as the day unfolds. A brisk easterly wind will add to the chill, with a maximum temperature of just 9°C.

Luton Town vs Rotherham United

Similar to Lincoln, Luton will see heavy rain early on, easing as the day progresses. The brisk easterly wind will persist, making it feel colder than the thermometer suggests. Expect highs of 11°C.

Port Vale vs Wycombe Wanderers

A pattern of rain to start, turning drier later, is forecast. Cloud will be prevalent, and while the strong winds will ease, it will remain another cold day, with a maximum of 10°C.

League Two: Cloudy, breezy, and feeling cold

Accrington Stanley vs Bristol Rovers

Cloudy with spots of rain and drizzle to begin, possibly brightening later. Winds will be strong and gusty initially, easing in the afternoon but still breezy. Feeling cold, with a high of 9°C.

Bromley vs Barrow

A murky start is expected, with low cloud, mist, or fog. Cloud will lift slowly, with some breaks in the south. Rain will be patchy and mainly in the far north. Maximum temperature 14°C.

Cambridge United vs Barnet

Heavy rain early on will become lighter and more intermittent. The brisk easterly wind will make it feel chilly, with a high of 11°C.

Fleetwood Town vs Swindon Town

Cloudy with rain and drizzle first thing, possibly brightening later. Winds will be strong and gusty at first, easing in the afternoon. Feeling cold, with a maximum of 9°C.

Grimsby Town vs Chesterfield

Heavy rain into the early part of Saturday will become lighter and more intermittent. A strong, gusty easterly wind will make it feel cold, with a high of 9°C.

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Milton Keynes Dons vs Salford City

A murky start with low cloud, mist, or fog is expected. Cloud will lift slowly, with some breaks in the south. Generally drier, with patchy rain in the far north. Maximum temperature 14°C.

Notts County vs Harrogate Town

Heavy rain early, becoming lighter and more intermittent. A brisk easterly wind will make it feel chilly, with a high of 9°C.

Oldham Athletic vs Crewe Alexandra

Cloudy with rain and drizzle first thing, possibly brightening later. Winds will be strong and gusty at first, easing in the afternoon. Feeling cold, with a maximum of 9°C.

Shrewsbury Town vs Newport County

Rain to start, turning drier later. Cloudy and windy to begin, with winds easing as the day goes on. Another cold day, with a high of 10°C.

Tranmere Rovers vs Cheltenham Town

Cloudy with rain and drizzle first thing, possibly brightening later. Winds will be strong and gusty at first, easing in the afternoon. Feeling cold, with a maximum of 9°C.

Walsall vs Colchester United

Rain to start, turning drier later. Cloudy and windy to begin, with winds easing as the day goes on. Another cold day, with a high of 10°C.

Gillingham vs Crawley Town (17:30 KO)

A murky start with low cloud, mist, or fog is expected. Cloud will lift slowly, with some breaks in the south. Generally drier, with patchy rain in the far north. Maximum temperature 14°C.

In summary, this weekend’s football fixtures will be played in typically autumnal British weather. Rain, cloud, and brisk winds will be common, especially early in the day, but there will be some drier and brighter spells as matches progress. Temperatures will remain on the chilly side, so supporters are advised to wrap up warmly and be prepared for changeable conditions.

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