The weather forecast for 1 January 2026 in Nottinghamshire.
Early morning
New Year’s Day will begin unsettled and cold. During the early hours, cloud will be widespread with outbreaks of rain likely, particularly around dawn. Rain chances are high early on before easing later in the morning. Temperatures will be around 0 to 4°C, feeling colder in a brisk west to west-north-westerly wind. Some areas may feel raw and damp first thing, with gusts reaching around 25 to 30mph in exposed locations.
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Midday
As the morning progresses towards midday, conditions will improve. Rain will clear away, giving way to brighter spells and increasing sunshine. Temperatures will slowly rise to around 4 or 5°C by lunchtime. Winds will remain fresh from the west or west-north-west, maintaining a chilly feel despite the improving brightness.
Afternoon
The afternoon looks brighter and largely dry, with sunny spells dominating for a time. Some patchy cloud may drift through, but rain is unlikely. Temperatures will peak at around 5°C, making it a cold but clearer start to the year. Winds will continue from the west-north-west and stay breezy, with gusts approaching 30mph at times.
Evening
During the evening, skies will gradually clear again, leading to a cold end to New Year’s Day. Temperatures will fall quickly after sunset, dropping from around 4°C to closer to 1 or 2°C later in the night. Winds will remain moderate from the west-north-west, and with clearer skies developing, there is a risk of frost forming overnight.
