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Blog10-day trend: Hot spell peaks before a return to more changeable conditionsA significant shift in the UK’s weather is expected over the next 10 days, with the current spell of intense heat giving way to more typical, changeable summer conditions.Read more -
BlogDeep Dive: Why so hot and humid?This week’s weather pattern is set to deliver a spell of exceptional heat across the UK, with temperatures climbing to potentially record-breaking levels and humidity playing a key role in how the heat is experienced.Read more -
BlogWeek ahead: Exceptional heat peaking midweekA prolonged spell of exceptional heat and humidity will dominate the UK’s weather through midweek, with temperatures peaking before a gradual change later in the week.Read more
How is temperature measured?
Understanding how temperature is measured is fundamental to the accuracy of weather forecasts and climate monitoring.
Met Office tips for staying cool during the heat
Temperatures are rising widely across England and Wales, with highs potentially reaching the mid-30s and some areas experiencing their fourth summer heatwave.
Met Office weather extremes: What are August's current records?
The UK has seen a turbulent start and end to August, with Storm Floris bringing strong winds and heavy rain, and another heatwave bringing this summer's total to four.
Weekend weather forecast: north–south split with rising temperatures
As we head into the weekend, the UK is set to experience a distinct north–south divide in weather conditions.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: A turbulent start to August but a warm spell coming for some
The UK has seen a turbulent start to August, with Storm Floris bringing strong winds and heavy rain to many areas.
What are wet bulb temperatures and what they are used for?
Humidity plays a vital role in weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and understanding human comfort levels.
How wind speeds are measured by the Met Office
Storm Floris brought with it extreme winds, but were they recorded breaking?
Deep dive: Storm Floris, tropical developments and a warming summer
Over the past week, we've seen significant winds from Storm Floris, while another system lingers on the horizon.
Met Office week ahead forecast: Stormy start gives way to more settled conditions for many
The week began with a dramatic shift in the weather as storm Floris swept across northern parts of the UK, bringing damaging and record-breaking winds.
Met Office festival forecast: Dry and sunny midweek before turning unsettled
As festival season continues, attendees can expect a varied weather picture across the UK from midweek.
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