London Weather Live: Get Rain Chance Updates for PAK vs ENG 2nd Test 2026 at Lord's
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for the opening day of the 2nd Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's on Thursday, August 27, 2026, threatening significant delays.
The iconic Lord's Cricket Ground is bracing for a challenging start to the PAk vs ENG 2nd Test 2026 of the Rothesay Pakistan tour of England 2026, as heavy rain and a significant chance of thunderstorms are predicted to disrupt play on the opening day, The start of Day 1 has already been delayed with the toss getting pushed ahead of the scheduled 3:00 PM start on August 27, 2026. England, coming off a dominant victory in the first Test, will be hoping for clear skies, but the forecast suggests frustration for players and fans alike. Pakistan vs England Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast in India, 2nd Test 2026.
London Weather Live
The day's play was scheduled to commence at 11:00 AM BST (3:30 PM IST), but with an 85% chance of precipitation during the morning session and a 93% chance across the entire day, early delays or even a complete washout cannot be ruled out. Temperatures are expected to range from a high of 25°C to a low of 17°C, accompanied by potential wind speeds up to 30.5 kph.
Weather Outlook for the Lord's Test
The Met Office and other weather agencies indicate a wet start to the crucial contest, which is part of both teams' ICC World Test Championship campaigns.
| Day | Date | Forecast | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rain Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Today) | Thursday, Aug 27 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms | 25 | 17 | 93% |
| Day 2 | Friday, Aug 28 | Light Showers, Sunny Intervals | 22 | 16 | Light |
| Day 3 | Saturday, Aug 29 | Light Rain, Sunny Intervals | 22 | 16 | Light |
| Day 4 | Sunday, Aug 30 | Sunny Intervals | 23 | 15 | Low |
| Day 5 | Monday, Aug 31 | Sunny Intervals | 22 | 15 | Low |
England in Form, Pakistan Eye Comeback
England enters the Lord's Test with significant momentum, having thrashed Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in the series opener at Headingley. The home side's fast-bowling quartet, including Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue, who both took eight-wicket hauls in the match, were particularly destructive.
For Pakistan, ranked 6th or 7th in the ICC Test rankings, this match is an opportunity to bounce back. A major boost for the visitors is the return of captain Babar Azam, who missed the first Test due to a finger injury. Azan Awais is expected to make way for the prolific skipper. Historically, Pakistan has enjoyed success at Lord's, winning their last three Tests against England in London, including victories at the venue in 2016 and 2018. Babar Azam Says ‘I’m 90% Fit’ Ahead of Pakistan vs England 2nd Test at Lord's.
England's squad has seen a minor adjustment, with Brydon Carse dropped after an off-field incident and Sonny Baker named as his replacement, though captain Joe Root is unlikely to alter his winning XI.
As the players and officials await the start of play, all eyes will be on the London skies, hoping for a break in the clouds to allow this anticipated Test match to get underway at the 'Home of Cricket'.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 27, 2026 02:57 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).