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14°
Drizzle
Feels Like: 14°
Min: 13°
Max: 15°
The next few hours will be overcast, with today reaching 15°C and dropping to 13°C. The coming days will be drizzle
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06:54
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19:14
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13:42
Moonrise
20:37
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Weather in Wigan today, September 16, 2026
Rain features in Wigan on September 16, 2026, so keep waterproofs handy through the day. The damp theme is strongest where shower chances rise. Wetter spells lean into the morning, when rain odds reach about 100% near 11:00. Skies look heaviest around 11:00, with cover close to 88%.
The temperature range runs from about 13°C up to 15°C. Relative humidity sits between 75% and 87%, reaching its peak around 10:00. Expect gentle winds, highest near 14:00 at 6.0 km/h.
Expect the wet theme to continue later, as rain odds reach 100% near 12:00. Cloud amounts hold near 100% around 14:00. Visibility stays generally good near 29.6 km on average, though it can drop toward 23.4 km in thicker cloud or showers. Sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:14, giving 12 hours 19 minutes of sunlight today.
The practical takeaway for Wigan on September 16, 2026 is simple: plan for rain, keep layers handy, and work around a high of about 15°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Wigan
How warm does it get in Wigan?
The warmest month in Wigan 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 Wigan?
The coldest month in Wigan 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 Wigan?
The wettest month in Wigan is October, with an average of 107mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Wigan?
The driest month in Wigan is April, with an average of 60mm of precipitation.
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