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Lionesses victory parade: What to expect from the weather

As England celebrates the Lionesses’ historic second consecutive UEFA Women’s EURO title, thousands of fans are expected to line the streets of central London for a jubilant open-top bus parade.

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Met Office festival forecast: Mixed conditions for late July festivals

As festival season continues across the UK, the latest Met Office forecast is here to help festivalgoers prepare for the week ahead.

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Why do we have seasons?

The UK experiences four distinct seasons each year, spring, summer, autumn and winter. But what causes these seasons, and how do they affect our weather?

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What are weather fronts?

Weather fronts are a key part of the ever-changing weather we experience, especially in the UK.

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Met Office ten-day trend: Change afoot as we head towards July's end

As we move through the final days of July and into early August, the UK’s weather pattern is showing signs of change.

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Understanding convergence zones and the Intertropical Convergence Zone

Convergence zones are key features in the Earth's atmospheric circulation, playing a vital role in shaping weather patterns across the globe.

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What are the top ten highest temperatures recorded in July?

The UK has experienced a notable shift in its climate over recent decades, with extreme heat events becoming increasingly common.

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Met Office Deep Dive: Why are summer downpours so slow moving?

Over the past few days, many parts of the UK have experienced slow-moving summer downpours, and the pattern looks set to continue.

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Tornadoes in the UK: How do they differ from those in the US?

When people think of tornadoes, they often picture the towering, destructive twisters that sweep across the central United States.

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How are weather warnings categorised?

Weather warnings play a vital role in helping people across the UK prepare for and respond to severe weather.

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