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BlogWhere were Storm Austen’s strongest wind gusts recorded?Storm Austen has brought gusts of up to 76mph to the UK, with the strongest winds recorded across the Isles of Scilly, southwest England, Wales and exposed parts of the south coast.Read more -
BlogWeekly weather quiz October 23: 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 -
BlogWeekend weather: Wet and windy as Storm Boelo arrivesStorm Boelo will bring a wet and windy weekend to much of the UK, with the strongest winds expected across Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.Read more
Week ahead: Unsettled start but warming towards the end of the week
The week ahead brings a marked change in conditions, with colder air moving south across the UK during the middle of the week.
May Bank Holiday weather extremes
The May Bank Holiday often hints at the transition from spring towards summer, but the long-term weather records show that variety is the defining feature.
How to make the most of the Met Office app this bank holiday weekend
With a bank holiday weekend approaching, many people will be looking for opportunities to get outdoors, travel or enjoy time with family and friends.
Week ahead: High pressure remains in charge, but with some changes
High pressure continues to dominate the UK weather through the week ahead, bringing plenty of dry and settled conditions for many.
Professor Julian Hunt FRS remembered: a man with personal charisma, a lively style and authoritative scientific reputation
“A remarkable man with a deep sense of duty to public service,” that is how Stephen Belcher, the Met Office’s Chief Scientist, fondly remembers Professor Julian Hunt FRS, a former Director General and Chief Executive of the Met Office who has passed away.
Weekend weather: settled, dry and warm for many
High pressure will be the dominant influence on the weather this weekend, bringing largely settled conditions across much of the UK.
London Marathon forecast: a cool start with sunny spells
Runners, spectators and organisers will be keeping a close eye on the weather as the London Marathon gets under way on Sunday.
10-day trend: largely settled into the weekend
The weather pattern across the UK looks set to remain largely settled through the next 10 days, taking us to the doorstep of the first May bank holiday.
Pollen forecast: High levels across much of the UK
Pollen levels across the UK are forecast to vary over the next five days, with a gradual increase across parts of England as tree pollen becomes more prevalent before reducing slightly towards the start of next week.
Weekly weather quiz: 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.
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