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Forecasting for a more secure energy future
The transition to a clean, resilient and affordable energy system is in everyone’s interest, and the last few months have enabled me to use my expertise in weather and climate extremes and impacts, alongside knowledge of the energy sector, to directly address this challenge.
February & Winter weather stats: A regional breakdown
February 2026 and the broader winter season have been characterised by remarkable regional contrasts across the UK.
Weekend weather: Changeable conditions heading into a new month
The weather through this weekend is set to remain changeable, with conditions swinging between colder, brighter spells and milder, wetter interludes.
10-day trend: Another change on the horizon as we enter meteorological spring
After a brief spell of milder, brighter weather in parts of the UK, the outlook over the next 10 days turns more changeable once again.
Contextualising February’s warm spell: A notably mild end to winter
As February draws to a close, many parts of the UK have experienced a remarkably mild spell, with temperatures climbing far above what is typical for the time of year.
How do weather satellites work?
Weather satellites are arguably one of the most important developments in the history of meteorology.
“Hotter than Greece?”, “578-mile snow bomb?” Weather headline review
As winter edges toward spring, UK weather headlines have once again surged with dramatic language - warnings of snow “bombs”, “week‑long monsoons”, and maps “turning yellow” with heat.
Week ahead forecast: Temperatures on the rise going into midweek
The UK continues its unsettled theme with a milder interlude this week
When does Spring start?
Spring is one of the most eagerly anticipated times of the year, bringing a shift from the darker, colder months into a season that feels brighter, lighter and full of renewal.
Weekend weather: Milder conditions but further rain on the way
As we look ahead to the upcoming weekend, the UK’s weather pattern is undergoing a subtle but important shift.
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