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Meltham will stay cool and cloudy today, with patchy light rain possible by late afternoon. The live forecast above shows temperatures close to the seasonal average for late April, though the hills to the west may see a few brighter spells breaking through the cloud.
What’s the outlook for Meltham this week?
The coming days bring a mixture of cloud, occasional drizzle and brief drier interludes. Wednesday should be the brighter of the two midweek days before a weak weather front edges in from the Irish Sea on Thursday. Wind speeds stay light to moderate, so any rain will be slow-moving and fairly light. If you’re heading into the Peak District or across to the Calder Valley, expect lower cloud and a slightly stronger breeze on the higher ground.
For those checking bbc weather meltham or the meltham weather met office forecast, the picture remains broadly settled — nothing disruptive, but the usual Pennine murk will linger at times.
How does Meltham compare to nearby towns?
At 180 metres up on the edge of the South Pennines, Meltham is consistently a degree or two cooler than low-lying parts of West Yorkshire. The leeds weather often shows higher daytime maxima because Leeds sits in a rain shadow, while york weather tends to be drier still. Over in the east of the region, Sheffield Weather follows a similar pattern to Meltham but with slightly less cloud given its lower elevation. If you’re planning ahead, the weather in meltham tomorrow looks much like today — overcast with a modest chance of drizzle.
Does Meltham get more rain than nearby towns?
Yes — the town’s position on the western edge of West Yorkshire, close to the Pennine watershed, means it catches more orographic rainfall than places further east such as Wakefield or Doncaster.
When does Meltham usually see its first frost of autumn?
Frosts can arrive as early as mid-October in the hollows around the town. The higher valley sides cool quickly on clear nights, so gardeners often protect tender plants from late September onwards.
Is the weather in Meltham affected by the Holme Valley?
Yes — the valley funnels south-westerly winds and can trap low cloud and mist, especially on autumn mornings. This local topography often keeps Meltham cooler and cloudier than neighbouring towns on more open ground.