Whether you are planning a day out with the kids, a spot of DIY or a football match, our WTHR4 weather text message service can help you decide how to make the most of your day. On demand we will text you a localised forecast for the next six hours for any UK postcode, town or city.

No need to register or subscribe, the service is easy to use:

Type in a simple text message and send to a short code Wait for delivery of your weather forecast Decide whether to take your sunglasses or umbrella

Find out more about our other mobile text services Check out our range of specialist forecasts Here you can find details of all the services the Met Office offers to the general public, by telephone, fax, mobile SMS and internet. More products and services are available on our services for business pages.

Currently this service is available on all networks except Virgin mobile.