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Met Office weekend weather: Storm Amy brings unsettled conditions

As we head into the first weekend of October, all eyes are on Storm Amy, the first named storm of the 2025-2026 season.

Storm Amy on the way, but how unusual is it?

Storm Amy has been named by the Met Office as the first storm of the 2025/26 season.

Met Office 10-day trend: Unsettled weather, Storm Amy, and a look ahead

The UK’s weather is never short of drama, and the latest 10-day trend brings a classic mix of autumnal conditions: heavy rain, strong winds, and the arrival of the season’s first named storm.

Met Office deep dive: Autumn’s stormy spell and tropical influences

Are we in for a stormy spell on Friday night? How wet will it get before then? And could a tropical tango influence both of those things?

New weather radar being installed at High Moorsley and lifted by a crane.

How the Met Office uses radar to deliver accurate weather observations and forecasts

Weather radar is one of the most powerful tools in the Met Office’s arsenal for observing and forecasting the UK’s ever-changing weather.

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How accurate was the Met Office’s summer forecasting?

Summer 2025 went down as provisionally the warmest on record for the UK, but how accurate was the Met Office forecast through the season? We crunch the numbers to find out…

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Met Office week ahead: Calm start but turning very wet and windy

The week ahead promises a classic mix of seasonal weather across the UK.

How does the Met Office work with the energy sector?

The UK’s energy sector is at the heart of keeping the nation running, powering homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.  

Trackplot case study: How the Met Office helps keep lone workers safe

At the Met Office, we work with partners across the UK to turn weather and climate science into practical decisions that keep people safe and operations running smoothly.

Weekend weather forecast: A complex picture after a settled spell

After several days of fine, settled weather under the influence of high pressure, the UK faces a more complicated outlook for the upcoming weekend.

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