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• Today : Fine and sunny weather, along with with the light breeze, will allow for areas of Moderate air pollution to develop across parts of western and central England, parts of Wales, and central Scotland. Significant wildfires, including those near Manchester and across northwest Wales, could also lead to increased air pollution levels both nearby and downwind of their locations. These levels may be significantly higher than those indicated by the forecast maps.
• Tomorrow : Fine weather is expected to continue, bringing a likelihood for areas of Moderate air pollution to develop across southern and central England, Wales, with more localised spots possible in Scotland.
• Outlook : Areas of Moderate air pollution remain possible across southern England and parts of Wales on Saturday, with only isolated spots across southwest England on Sunday. Otherwise Low levels are expected.

Issued at 16/07/2026 6am

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Last updated at 16/07/2026 06:00

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Updated at 16/07/2026 06:00

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