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

☀️29°C
Clear skyIlfordFeels like 27° · Wind 21 km/h · Humidity 32%
UV 6 HighSunrise 04:57Sunset 21:13
Today☁️29°17°💧0%
Mon☁️28°15°💧0%
Tue☁️30°17°💧8%
Wed☁️28°17°💧9%
Thu☁️30°19°💧25%
Fri🌦️26°18°💧43%
Sat🌦️25°18°💧18%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

Check the live forecast above before heading out in Ilford today — it gives you the immediate conditions so you can plan whether to take a coat or umbrella. The Met Office and BBC Weather both supply the data, but the live panel is the quickest snapshot for now.

What does “BBC Weather Ilford” actually show?

BBC Weather for Ilford pulls together data from the Met Office and other trusted sources to give you hourly, daily and 10-day outlooks for the IG1, IG2 and surrounding postcodes. The live forecast above updates regularly, so you see the current temperature, wind speed and precipitation chance without needing to search again. For a deeper look, our 10-day UK forecast covers the broader trend for the region.

How reliable is the Ilford forecast for tomorrow and the next 30 days?

Short-range forecasts (next 24–48 hours) are the most reliable because they use high-resolution models. The weather in Ilford tomorrow shown in the live forecast is typically accurate to within a degree or two. For Ilford weather next 30 days, treat it as a broad pattern — useful for planning a garden day or a trip to central London, but not for pinning down exact rain times. The Met Office weather Ilford site provides the same data, but our page keeps it simple.

LocationIlford, IG1–IG3, Essex
Typical summer high22–24°C (July/August)
Typical winter low1–4°C (January)
Wettest monthNovember (average 55mm rain)
Does BBC Weather cover the IG2 postcode?

Yes — BBC Weather Ilford IG2 is included in the same general forecast as IG1. The live panel above uses the Ilford town centre location, which covers most of the borough.

Is the 7-day forecast reliable for planning outdoor events?

The BBC Weather Ilford 7 days outlook is fairly reliable for general trends — rain or sunshine — but always check the live forecast the morning of your event. Confidence drops after day 5.

How does Ilford compare to London weather?

Ilford is just east of central London, so BBC Weather London is similar but can be 1–2°C warmer in the city centre due to the urban heat island. Our UK weather hub compares different cities.