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Weekend weather: sunshine at first, then a change from the northwest

The weekend begins on a fine and settled note for much of the UK, though it will feel cold first thing on Saturday morning.

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10‑day trend: spring warmth holds on before changeable conditions return

As we move through the latter part of March, the UK has been experiencing its warmest spell of the year so far.

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When do we usually hit 20? A look back at the UK's earliest warm spells

With high-pressure dominating, the past day or two have delivered the first real hint of spring warmth for many.

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Met Office pollen forecast live from tomorrow

The Met Office pollen forecast will go live on Thursday 19 March.

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Deep Dive: Spring sunshine and global outlooks

Each week brings its own mix of meteorological interest, but this one stands out for its striking contrasts and unusual patterns around the world.

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A year of cloud-powered weather forecasting: how the UK’s national capability is evolving 

Over the past year, the UK’s national weather and climate services have undergone one of the most significant technological shifts in their history.  

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Week ahead: A largely settled week

A largely settled week lies ahead for the UK, with high pressure becoming the dominant feature.

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Weekend weather: A bright, chilly start but turning grey

This weekend brings a mix of early‑spring weather across the UK

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March weather extremes: a closer look at March's current weather records

March is a pivotal month in the UK weather calendar, marking the transition from winter to spring.

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Deep Dive: what a positive North Atlantic oscillation means for our weather

This week’s Deep Dive takes a closer look at a major driver behind the UK’s weather over the coming days: a positive phase of the North Atlantic Oscillation, often shortened to NAO.

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