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BlogWeekly weather quiz August 7: Test your knowledge!Do you keep a close eye on the weather, or do you just enjoy talking about it? Either way, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test with this week’s Met Office weather quiz.Read more -
Blog10-day trend: Warm sunshine returns, but significant rain remains elusive for someAfter an exceptionally dry July for many parts of England and Wales, attention is turning to whether any meaningful rainfall is on the horizon.Read more -
BlogFestival forecast: Sunshine for many as festival season continuesFestivalgoers heading to events across the UK this week can look forward to largely favourable conditions, with plenty of dry weather, sunny spells and temperatures close to or slightly above average for the time of year.Read more
World Youth Skills Day: Building skills for a shared future
World Youth Skills Day is a chance to recognise the skills young people need to shape a shared future - from science, technology and AI to green skills, communication and collaboration.
How is Met Office science reviewed?
Ensuring the quality, credibility and impact of scientific work is at the heart of the Met Office mission to help people stay safe and thrive.
EUMETNET at 30: Strengthening European meteorological cooperation
In 2026, EUMETNET marks 30 years of cooperation between European National Meteorological Services, highlighting a long-standing commitment to collaborative working across borders.
How the refreshed Met Office app is taking shape
You may have noticed our weather app has changed a lot this year, with a new design and various updates since it went live in January. So, what has been the process behind the refreshed app, what has changed since launch, and what’s coming next?
How the Met Office supports learning for children and young people
Helping young people understand weather, climate, and the science behind them, is a core part of the Met Office’s public service role.
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