Barometric Pressure in Leicester, England, GB

The pressure in Leicester, United Kingdom is predicted to quickly rise over the next few hours, with an average pressure of 997.5 hPa today, which is lower than normal.

Weather prediction: Expect more dry and cold weather and a strong breeze to gale winds

The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Leicester is 4.8 hPa, with a low of 995.4 hPa and a high of 1000.2 hPa. The daily average here is higher than in most cities around the world.

Forecast

Barometric pressure in Leicester is typically between 980 and 1040 millibars. This is slightly higher than the UK average. The pressure rarely falls below 950 millibars.

Leicester is located in the East Midlands. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. To the east is the Vale of Belvoir, a low-lying area.

The hills to the west and north of Leicester block cold air from the Atlantic. This keeps the city slightly warmer than other parts of the UK. The Vale of Belvoir allows cold air from the east to enter the region.

The combination of hills and low-lying areas affects the atmospheric pressure in Leicester. It creates a unique microclimate. The pressure is often different from surrounding cities.