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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 10-Day Trend: High pressure dominating, but for how long?
The latest 10-day trend presents a classic split in the UK’s late summer weather pattern.
When does Autumn officially start?
Autumn is the season that bridges the warmth of summer and the chill of winter. In the UK, it’s most vividly marked by the changing colours of leaves and the harvest season.
600-mile rainstorm? Hotter than Ibiza? Met Office weather headline review
As summer 2025 enters its final stretch, the UK’s weather has delivered a mix of summer warmth, some cooler periods and even the influence of Atlantic storms.
About a buoy: How three storms and a missing marine buoy sparked a technical transformation
In the remote waters of the North Atlantic, one of our ocean buoys went on an unexpected journey-tossed by storms, lost at sea, and eventually found washed up on a beach in Ireland. But what have we learned from the lost buoy?
Met Office week ahead forecast: Cooler conditions despite return of high pressure
As we move into the final weeks of summer, high pressure is once again asserting itself across the UK.
Met Office festival forecast: Largely dry but without the high temperatures of recent weekends
As festivalgoers prepare for a packed week of music and celebration across the UK, the Met Office has issued its latest forecast for the major events kicking off from Thursday, 21 August.
What is wind and how do we measure it?
Wind is a fundamental element of our weather, shaping everything from daily forecasts to global climate patterns.
Met Office weekend weather: A warm and dry weekend for most
Most areas across the UK can expect a dry weekend, although the appearance of the sky will vary considerably depending on location and time of day.
Met Office 10-day trend: Warm spells, thundery showers and Atlantic uncertainty
The latest 10-day forecast presents a more complex picture than usual, with the UK’s weather increasingly influenced by developments over the Atlantic.
Premier League opening weekend weather forecast
Dry and warm conditions are expected across the UK for the Premier League’s opening weekend.
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