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Storm Chandra: How the storm unfolded and where the heaviest rain fell

As Storm Chandra swept across the UK from 26 to 27 January, it brought a spell of severe weather that combined strong winds and persistent heavy rainfall with already saturated ground.

Week ahead: An unsettled start with Storm Chandra bringing rain and wind

The week begins with a notably unsettled spell of weather, with multiple warnings in force due to Storm Chandra.

Getting WeatherReady for wind and rain as Storm Chandra approaches

With Storm Chandra now officially named, communities across the UK are preparing for another spell of disruptive weather early this week.

Weekend weather: Remaining unsettled for the last full weekend of January

With the final full weekend of January approaching, conditions across the UK look set to remain unsettled for many of us.

10‑day trend: A battle between Atlantic systems and colder air to the northeast

Two dominant forces will influence our conditions through the coming days and potentially beyond.

Supporting local climate resilience

As the climate continues to change, local authorities are on the front line of adaptation.

How the Met Office forecasts space weather and why it matters

Space weather may feel distant, unfolding far above Earth in regions we never see, but its impacts can be surprisingly close to home.  

Northern lights dazzle sky-watchers across the UK

Monday night saw the evening sky illuminated by a celestial display as a powerful G4 geomagnetic storm lit up the sky.

Week ahead: unsettled with rain, wind and some hill snow

The week ahead brings a typically changeable January pattern, with low pressure systems repeatedly attempting to move in from the southwest, while a block of high pressure to the east prevents them from fully progressing across the UK.

Grey fog appears above a green meadow with trees in the background

Weekend weather: A mixed spell to come with rain, cloud, mist and fog

The upcoming weekend brings a mixed picture across the UK, with a combination of cloudy skies, mist and fog, some showery rain, and the occasional brighter spell.

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