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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Metro Report weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️19°C
OvercastBarnstapleFeels like 20° · Wind 11 km/h · Humidity 96%
UV 5 ModerateSunrise 05:34Sunset 21:10
Today☁️22°13°💧4%
Tue🌦️25°16°💧4%
Wed☁️22°14°💧8%
Thu🌦️19°12°💧18%
Fri☁️23°💧9%
Sat🌦️22°16°💧4%
Sun🌦️20°17°💧9%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Barnstaple’s weather today, based on the live forecast above, shows a mix of cloud and bright spells typical for this North Devon market town, with the chance of a light shower drifting in from the Bristol Channel coast.

What is the outlook for Barnstaple this week?

The week ahead keeps a similar pattern: often cloudy with occasional sunny breaks, and the best of any brightness likely inland towards Exmoor. Rain is most probable midweek, pushed in by a westerly breeze off the Atlantic. For a detailed look, check the 10 day weather forecast UK page.

How does Barnstaple’s position affect its weather?

Sat on the River Taw, about seven miles from the coast at Braunton Burrows, Barnstaple is sheltered from the strongest sea winds but can trap low cloud and mist. The nearby Exmoor hills to the east often squeeze out extra rain, making conditions noticeably wetter than in coastal spots like bbc weather lynmouth.

LocationNorth Devon, on River Taw, 7 mi inland
Coastal influenceModerate; sheltered from direct sea winds
Nearby hill effectExmoor can increase local rainfall
Typical winter lowAround 2°C, with occasional frost
What is the weather in Barnstaple tomorrow?

Tomorrow will bring a similar mix of cloud and occasional sunny intervals, with a light south-westerly wind. Maximum temperatures should reach around the mid-teens, though a brief shower cannot be ruled out during the afternoon.

Where can I find a 14 day weather Barnstaple forecast?

For a 14 day outlook, the met office weather barnstaple 7 days page offers a reliable week-ahead view, while accuweather barnstaple provides extended predictions. For longer-range trends, the 28 day weather forecast barnstaple can show broad patterns.

How does Barnstaple compare to nearby towns?

Barnstaple is generally milder and less windy than exposed coastal towns like Ilfracombe. Inland, it can be cloudier than bbc weather lynmouth, which lies under Exmoor’s lee. For a city comparison, see Bristol Weather.