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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
‘We can act confidently if we understand uncertainty,’ – How weather and climate intelligence informs vital decision making
We all know the importance of weather forecasts to our everyday lives. But what about those who use this information to protect vital infrastructure, gain efficiencies or even inform crucial decisions at home and abroad?
Week ahead: A colder and more unsettled week
The weather through the coming week will take on a notably colder and more changeable feel, with a marked shift away from the milder conditions seen recently.
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.
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.
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.
Met Office pollen forecast live from tomorrow
The Met Office pollen forecast will go live on Thursday 19 March.
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.
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.
Week ahead: A largely settled week
A largely settled week lies ahead for the UK, with high pressure becoming the dominant feature.
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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