Heavy rain expected across Poole today — keep the umbrella handy
9 October 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Friday looks like a thoroughly soggy one for Poole. The Met Office forecast for today, 9 October, puts the chance of rain at 77%, with heavy spells expected throughout the day. Temperatures will reach a mild high of 18°C, dropping to around 11°C overnight, so it is not especially cold — just persistently wet.
The UV index sits at a very low 2, meaning there is little cause to seek shade, though every reason to dig out a waterproof jacket before heading out this morning. Commuters walking to bus stops or cycling should factor in extra journey time, particularly on roads that are prone to surface water after sustained rainfall.
Poole Quay, the town centre and seafront areas can become slippery during heavy downpours, so pedestrians — especially with children or pushchairs — may want to stick to covered routes where possible. The forecast does not flag any weather warnings at this stage, but conditions are worth monitoring through the Met Office site if you have outdoor plans this afternoon or evening.
Saturday's outlook will be updated by the Met Office through the day.