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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
Rain or showers? What's the difference?
Weather forecasts often mention either rain or showers, but the distinction between the two can make a significant difference to your day.
July 2025 weather stats: A regional breakdown
Provisional Met Office statistics confirm that July 2025 was the UK’s fifth warmest July since records began in 1884, continuing a remarkable run of above-average temperatures.
Met Office weekend weather forecast: A fine weekend leads into a stormy start to the week
The first weekend of August begins on a largely settled note for much of the UK, however, this is set to change as we start next week.
Are storms in August unusual and why do we name them?
Storm Floris has been officially named by the Met Office, with disruptive winds and heavy rainfall expected to affect the northern half of the UK from Monday 4 August into Tuesday 5 August 2025.
40 degree heat? 492-mile ‘rain bomb’? Met Office headline weather review
As we move into August, the UK’s weather continues to deliver a mix of sunshine, showers, and speculation.
Met Office 10-day trend: Stormy conditions to end July
The UK’s weather over the next ten days will bring a mix of unsettled spells and some stormy conditions before a return to more settled weather later in the period.
What is the Gulf Stream and how does it affect UK weather?
The Gulf Stream is a powerful ocean current that plays a vital role in shaping the climate of the UK and much of Western Europe.
Met Office Deep Dive: Thundery showers and jet stream shifts
At first glance, this week’s weather might seem like typical British summertime, some sunshine, some showers, and nothing too dramatic.
What is the Azores High?
The Azores High is a key player in shaping Britain’s weather, influencing everything from storm tracks to seasonal temperatures.
Met Office week ahead forecast: a mixed start to August with warmth, showers and sunshine
As we move from the end of July into the start of August, the UK’s weather continues to be shaped by the Azores High.
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