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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
Met Office Deep Dive: A change on the way, but when?
This week’s persistent high-pressure system is still currently dominating the UK’s weather, resulting in anticyclonic gloom, but what do the latest forecasts suggest for the coming days and weeks?
Marine observations: Underpinning forecasts and climate understanding
Marine observations are a cornerstone of the Met Office’s work, providing vital data from the world’s oceans.
Turbulent flights and the climate connection
Did you know that there are different types of turbulence, and that it's becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change?
Specialist forecasts for a resilient future
Weather forecasting is not just about temperatures, sunshine and showers. For many sectors, trusted weather and climate data is vital for safe and efficient operations as well as their long-term planning.
Met Office week ahead forecast: How long will the anticyclonic gloom last?
As we move into mid-October, the UK finds itself under the influence of a persistent anticyclone.
What is Anticyclonic gloom?
When high pressure dominates the UK weather as it has done this past week, many expect crisp blue skies and sunshine.
This weekend's sporting fixtures forecast
This weekend brings a largely settled spell of autumn weather for football fans and players across the country.
Met Office weekend weather: A change from stormy to settled
After last weekend was dominated by Storm Amy, which brought heavy rain and very strong winds, this weekend looks set to be a lot more settled.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: High pressure dominating, but for how long?
The latest 10-day weather trend for the UK is, on the surface, a fairly simple one: the weather is not expected to change dramatically.
Are ocean robots the next big thing for climate monitoring?
With climate data more important than ever, is there a way to maximise marine data collection, gathering even more information from all oceans?
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