Reading's
Are You Listening? festival is back for 2026, kicking off on 9th May, and the most recent forecast points to a mixed bag for those heading along.
Across the weekend, the mercury is tipped to sit somewhere between 11°C and 18°C. Rainfall predictions currently land at roughly 6.5mm in total over the course of the festival.
Saturday 9th May looks set for highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C, with overcast skies, rain on the cards, and showers given a 48% likelihood. Those figures sit close to the long-term historical norm of around 13°C for this point in May.
A light waterproof is advisable for any passing showers, while sunscreen and a hat will come in handy during sunnier spells. Warm layers are worth bringing along too, ready for cooler evenings after sundown.
Ongoing coverage of Are You Listening? 2026, including regular updates to the weather forecast, can be found on Dork's dedicated festival page.
