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BlogWeek ahead: Summer warmth meets autumn rainThe autumn equinox arrives this week, marking the point when the Northern Hemisphere begins to tilt further away from the sun.Read more -
BlogWeekly weather quiz September 18: 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: Windy and showery before a drier weekendThe weekend will begin with some lively winds and contrasting conditions across the UK, with showers in the north and a weakening band of rain affecting parts of England and Wales.Read more
'Brutal' cold snap? 'Barrage of snow'? Met Office weather headline review
As autumn deepens across the UK, weather headlines have once again captured the public’s imagination with dramatic claims of snow barrages, cold snaps, and even the promise of late Autumnal warmth. But how do these headlines stack up against the latest Met Office forecasts?
Smarter forecasts, safer seas: Met Office advances maritime forecast accuracy
The Met Office has achieved significant improvements in maritime forecast accuracy over the past 10 years, benefitting safety and economic performance.
Met Office Deep Dive: A change on the way, but when?
This week’s persistent high-pressure system is still currently dominating the UK’s weather, resulting in anticyclonic gloom, but what do the latest forecasts suggest for the coming days and weeks?
Marine observations: Underpinning forecasts and climate understanding
Marine observations are a cornerstone of the Met Office’s work, providing vital data from the world’s oceans.
Turbulent flights and the climate connection
Did you know that there are different types of turbulence, and that it's becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change?
Specialist forecasts for a resilient future
Weather forecasting is not just about temperatures, sunshine and showers. For many sectors, trusted weather and climate data is vital for safe and efficient operations as well as their long-term planning.
Met Office week ahead forecast: How long will the anticyclonic gloom last?
As we move into mid-October, the UK finds itself under the influence of a persistent anticyclone.
What is Anticyclonic gloom?
When high pressure dominates the UK weather as it has done this past week, many expect crisp blue skies and sunshine.
This weekend's sporting fixtures forecast
This weekend brings a largely settled spell of autumn weather for football fans and players across the country.
Met Office weekend weather: A change from stormy to settled
After last weekend was dominated by Storm Amy, which brought heavy rain and very strong winds, this weekend looks set to be a lot more settled.
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