Thundery showers forecast for Poole today — keep an umbrella handy
28 August 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
It is a day to keep plans flexible in Poole. The Met Office is forecasting thundery showers for Friday 28 August, with a 54% chance of rain and the possibility of storms breaking through during the day. The temperature will peak at 22°C and drop no lower than 17°C overnight, so it will feel mild even when the skies turn grey.
The UV index is rated at 5 — moderate — which means if any sunny spells do break through, sun protection is still worth applying, particularly for children spending time outside over the Bank Holiday weekend.
With Bank Holiday Monday approaching, residents planning outdoor events or beach trips over the coming days will want to keep a close eye on the forecast, as conditions through the weekend may vary. The Met Office's local forecast page is updated regularly and is the best place to check for hour-by-hour developments.
For now, today is a good candidate for indoor plans — a visit to a café, the Lighthouse arts centre, or one of the town's museums. Full forecast details from the Met Office.