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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the ScopePress weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Benson’s live forecast above shows the current temperature and conditions at the RAF Benson weather station. Expect a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C today, with light south-westerly winds and a 40% chance of rain by late afternoon — a mild, mostly cloudy day for Oxfordshire.
What is the outlook for Benson this week?
The 14-day trend from the RAF Benson weather station indicates a gradual cooling, with daytime highs dropping from 12°C to 8°C by midweek. Overnight lows may fall to 3°C, and patchy drizzle is likely on Thursday and Friday. The benson weather hourly breakdown shows the best dry window between 10:00 and 14:00 today.
How does Benson’s weather compare to nearby cities?
Benson is typically 1–2°C cooler than Birmingham Weather due to its inland Oxfordshire position. Unlike Bristol Weather, Benson sees less coastal influence, meaning drier mornings but more persistent cloud cover. The benson weather station historical data shows November averages of 9°C, so today sits slightly above normal.
Where is the most reliable Benson weather data from?
The RAF Benson weather station, operated by the Met Office, provides official readings. For bbc news updates, check BBC Weather’s Benson page, which uses the same station data for its bbc weather benson 14 days forecast.
Will it rain in Benson this weekend?
Saturday looks mostly dry with highs near 10°C, but Sunday carries a 50% chance of light showers. The benson weather hourly forecast suggests rain arriving after 15:00 on Sunday, so plan outdoor activities for the morning.
How accurate is the 14-day forecast for Benson?
Day 1–3 accuracy is high (85–90%), dropping to 60–70% by day 14. The benson weather station historical data shows that longer-range forecasts often overestimate rainfall amounts, so treat day 10–14 details as a general trend.
Sources
For a broader view, see the UK weather hub or the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK page.