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06:55
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19:15
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13:43
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20:38
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Weather in Skelmersdale today, September 16, 2026
Expect unsettled, showery conditions in Skelmersdale on September 16, 2026 as rain moves through. The day opens on a wet note and needs flexible outdoor plans. The morning carries the wetter risk, with rain chances near 100% and the highest odds around 11:00. Cloud is also thick early on, peaking near 86% around 10:00.
The temperature range runs from about 13°C up to 15°C. Moisture in the air spans 74%-86%, with the highest values around 10:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 14:00 near 6.0 km/h.
The second half of the day still looks unsettled, with rain probability around 100% by 12:00. Dense cloud near 100% at 14:00 keeps the feel grey. Visibility holds near 30.7 km, though it can fall to 23.9 km. Expect sunrise at 06:55, sunset at 19:15, and 12 hours 19 minutes of sunlight today overall.
Taken together, Skelmersdale looks wet enough on September 16, 2026 that flexible outdoor plans work best, with temperatures peaking near 15°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Skelmersdale
How warm does it get in Skelmersdale?
The warmest month in Skelmersdale is July, with average high temperatures of 20°C. The average temperature during this period is around 17°C.
How cold does it get in Skelmersdale?
The coldest month in Skelmersdale is January, with average low temperatures of 3°C. The average temperature during this period is around 5°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Skelmersdale?
The wettest month in Skelmersdale is October, with an average of 107mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Skelmersdale?
The driest month in Skelmersdale is April, with an average of 60mm of precipitation.
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