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Blog10-day trend: A change on the way as high-pressure retreats?After a prolonged spell of largely settled weather, a change is on the way for the UK during the next 10 days.Read more -
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How do weather satellites work?
Weather satellites are arguably one of the most important developments in the history of meteorology.
“Hotter than Greece?”, “578-mile snow bomb?” Weather headline review
As winter edges toward spring, UK weather headlines have once again surged with dramatic language - warnings of snow “bombs”, “week‑long monsoons”, and maps “turning yellow” with heat.
Week ahead forecast: Temperatures on the rise going into midweek
The UK continues its unsettled theme with a milder interlude this week
Weekend weather: Milder conditions but further rain on the way
As we look ahead to the upcoming weekend, the UK’s weather pattern is undergoing a subtle but important shift.
10-Day trend: Unsettled conditions continuing
With less than two weeks to go until the start of meteorological spring, many will be wondering whether the persistent rain is finally about to shift.
Why has it been so wet this winter?
This winter has felt exceptionally wet for many parts of the UK, with repeated bouts of rain and very few prolonged dry spells.
Understanding urban heat stress: how street canyon modelling can improve weather and climate forecasts
Extreme heat is becoming an increasing challenge for cities around the world. Urban areas tend to trap warmth, making heatwaves more intense and potentially hazardous to the people who live, work, and travel through them.
Week ahead: Heavy rain, sunshine, frost and the potential for snow
This week brings a dynamic mix of weather across the UK, with heavy rain, sunshine, frost and even the potential for snow all featuring in the forecast.
Weekend weather: a colder, brighter start before wind, rain and hill snow return
After weeks of seemingly relentless rain, this weekend finally brings something a little different for the UK’s weather story.
10-Day Trend: Mixed conditions across the UK
The next ten days will bring a mix of conditions across the UK, with spells of wet and at times wintry weather interspersed with drier, brighter periods.
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