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Blog10-day trend: A mixed picture for the next 10 daysThe next ten days will bring a rather mixed and at times uncertain picture, with no single weather pattern taking firm control.Read more -
BlogPollen forecast: Low levels across all UK regionsPollen levels are expected to remain low across all UK regions over the next five days, offering welcome relief for many people affected by seasonal allergies.Read more -
Blog476-mile rain bombs? Arctic plunges? Met Office headline weather reviewA fresh round of bold weather headlines has been circulating online, with claims ranging from snow returning in May to Arctic freezes, heat surges and widespread soaking rain events.Read more
Weekend weather forecast: Colder, breezier and showery for many
A slow‑moving low to the east will draw down a distinctly northerly airflow across the UK through the weekend, bringing a noticeable drop in temperatures and a markedly different feel compared with recent days.
Met Office: 10-day trend: Changeable weather, colder air, and a hint of snow
As we move through late October, the UK is set to experience a dynamic mix of weather conditions.
Met Office deep dive: The latest on the wind and rain
After a period of high pressure and settled, if somewhat gloomy, conditions, the weather has taken a dramatic turn.
Met Office weather stations: How we measure the weather
When you check the weather forecast, you’re relying on a vast network of weather stations that quietly gather data across the country.
Met Office 10-day trend: Strong winds and heavy rain to come
This week, the UK’s weather is set to be dominated by a series of low-pressure systems, bringing unsettled conditions, strong winds, and periods of heavy rain.
The Great South Run: What to expect from the weather
The AJ Bell Great South Run is one of the UK’s most iconic running events, drawing thousands of participants and spectators to Portsmouth’s historic seafront each October.
Met Office weather forecast for this weekend's sports fixtures
As the weekend approaches, sports fans across the country are eagerly anticipating a packed schedule of football and NFL action.
How the Met Office helped pave the way for UK commercial space launches
As the UK looks forward to a new era in space exploration and commercial launch capability, the Met Office has played a crucial role in supporting these ambitions.
'Brutal' cold snap? 'Barrage of snow'? Met Office weather headline review
As autumn deepens across the UK, weather headlines have once again captured the public’s imagination with dramatic claims of snow barrages, cold snaps, and even the promise of late Autumnal warmth. But how do these headlines stack up against the latest Met Office forecasts?
Smarter forecasts, safer seas: Met Office advances maritime forecast accuracy
The Met Office has achieved significant improvements in maritime forecast accuracy over the past 10 years, benefitting safety and economic performance.
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