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How much rain have we had so far?
The opening weeks of 2026 have been exceptionally wet across the UK. A strong and unusually southerly jet stream has steered a succession of low‑pressure systems towards our shores, bringing frequent rain, strong winds and, at times, wintry hazards.
New scientific model upgrade is a major step forward in the accuracy of UK weather forecasting
The Met Office is entering an exciting new chapter with the arrival of a scientific model upgrade – our first major science upgrade to operational weather modelling in over three years and the first on our new supercomputer.
Weekend weather: Mixed conditions with further showers for many
As we head into the weekend, the overall weather pattern remains remarkably similar to what we experienced this time last week.
Expanding access to Met Office data through the Microsoft Planetary Computer
The Met Office and Microsoft are deepening their partnership with the release of two significant Met Office datasets, UK deterministic (2km) and global deterministic (10km), on the Microsoft Planetary Computer.
Innovating the grid: how weather science is helping power the future of energy
Every day we make decisions based on what the weather is doing, or possibly what the forecast is telling us… put the washing on the line outside or in the dryer, wear a coat – or not – and what type of coat, drive to the shop, or enjoy the sunshine and walk.
10‑day trend: little sign of major change as the unsettled pattern continues
Many of us are searching for a meaningful change in the weather after a prolonged spell of wet and unsettled conditions.
How the Met Office is exploring AI innovation
As a global centre of excellence in weather and climate science, the Met Office has always been driven by innovation.
Evolution for Met Office colour scales
Eagle-eyed weather watchers may have noticed some changes to some of the colours used in Met Office presented forecasts in recent weeks.
Deep dive: why the jet stream is delivering exceptional rain across Europe
The current weather pattern shows little sign of changing, and the rain is certainly not going anywhere yet.
January 2026 weather stats: A regional breakdown
January 2026 was marked by a mix of wintry outbreaks, persistent rainfall and strong regional contrasts across the UK.
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