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.
What's the forecast for this Sunday's Blood Moon?
This Sunday evening, sky-watchers across the UK are in for a rare celestial treat: a total lunar eclipse, often called a “blood moon.”
Met Office 10-day trend: An unsettled start to Autumn
As we move into September, the UK’s weather is living up to expectations for an unsettled autumnal start.
Met Office Deep Dive: Storm season past and present
As we step into the first week of meteorological autumn, the weather across the UK is already showing signs of change.
Summer 2025: A regional breakdown
Summer 2025 has been marked by exceptional warmth, abundant sunshine, and persistent dry conditions across much of the UK.
Met Office week ahead weather: UK weather signals the arrival of autumn
As September begins, the UK transitions into meteorological autumn.
August 2025 weather stats: A regional breakdown
August 2025 will be remembered as a month of striking contrasts, with the UK experiencing everything from named storms and heatwaves to drought conditions and thunderstorms.
Heightened solar activity brings aurora potential to the UK
The start of September brings an exciting period for sky watchers across the United Kingdom, as heightened solar activity increases the potential for aurora sightings tonight.
Met Office weekend weather: A distinctly autumnal turn
As we approach the end of August, the weather is set to remind us that summer is drawing to a close.
This is the official blog of the Met Office news team, intended to provide journalists and bloggers with the latest weather, climate science and business news, and information from the Met Office.
Enter your email address to receive notifications of new posts from the Met Office news team.
The form will open in a new tab.
Privacy policy