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'Volcanic' heat maps? 600-mile wall of rain? Met Office weather headline review

As the UK transitions from summer into autumn, the weather has become increasingly changeable, with a mix of warmth, rain, and wind dominating the headlines.

Met Office week ahead: Wet, windy but with hints of change

September has so far been defined by unsettled weather, with persistent rain and blustery winds sweeping across the UK.

Hurricanes, typhoons and tornadoes: What’s the difference?

With tropical storm season now underway, and Tropical Storm Mario continuing to move northwest in the Eastern Pacific, we're taking a look at hurricanes, typhoons and tornadoes, and what the differences between them are.

Why do we have seasons?

The UK experiences four distinct seasons each year, spring, summer, autumn and winter. But what causes these seasons, and how do they affect our weather?

a barn owl (cream and light brown coloured feather robe, heart-shaped light face) sitting in a field between high grass

How changing weather patterns are affecting UK wildlife

As the UK continues to experience the affects of a changing climate, the implications for wildlife are becoming increasingly evident.

Mist, fog, and haze: What's the difference?

Visibility is a crucial aspect of weather forecasting, affecting everything from road safety to aviation and shipping.

Fact checking climate information

Information on climate change is often shared in the media and on social media, but how can we establish its trustworthiness?

Eight interesting facts about Autumn

Autumn is a season of transition, marking the shift from the warmth of summer to the chill of winter.

Sunshine over clouds in an orange sky during a heatwave.

How does summer 2025 compare to summer 1976

Across the UK, mean temperatures averaged across the summer period reached levels never-before recorded, with large swathes of the country experiencing conditions more than 2°C above the seasonal average. Yet, as remarkable as these statistics are, it is crucial to place them in context.

Weekend weather forecast: A later return for summer?

As we approach the first weekend of September, many are wondering whether summer will make a late return.

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