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BlogWeekend weather: a striking mix of weather across the UKThis weekend will bring a striking mix of weather across the UK, with sharp contrasts between north and south and further variations from one region to another.Read more -
Blog10-day trend: A mixed picture for the next 10 daysThe next ten days will bring a rather mixed and at times uncertain picture, with no single weather pattern taking firm control.Read more -
BlogPollen forecast: Low levels across all UK regionsPollen levels are expected to remain low across all UK regions over the next five days, offering welcome relief for many people affected by seasonal allergies.Read more
‘Rain bomb’ or ‘heatwave’ on the way? Weather headline review
We look at some online weather headlines and see how they’re telling the weather forecast.
Mini heatwave or is snow on the way? Weather headline review
We take a look at some online weather headlines and see how they’re telling the weather forecast.
Met Office supports Tonga to make history with first ever presented television weather broadcast
The Pacific Island of Tonga has broadcast its first fully presented weather forecast on television, with support from the Met Office. It’s hoped bringing presented forecasts to the screen, along with an upgraded graphics package, will improve the accessibility of weather warnings for the country, helping to keep its citizens and their properties safe.
Climate change is happening. We can see it in our observations. But adaptation to climate change needs to keep up with the weather
We keep seeing evidence that our climate is changing rapidly, with more extreme weather causing casualties, damage to infrastructure and businesses, and degradation of our natural environment.
‘April showers bring May flowers’ – is it true?
‘April showers bring May flowers’ is a phrase you may have heard in the UK, but is there any truth in it, and where does it come from? And what do gardeners need to know to be WeatherReady? We delved into the statistics and had a chat with the Royal Horticultural Society to find out.
Europe: more climate change and impacts to come
Europe’s climate is changing and will continue to change. But how can we help citizens, businesses, local authorities and governments assess the risk and prepare for the changes to come?
Met Office Pollen Forecast 2025: What You Need to Know
Spring is finally here, and while many of us are looking forward to longer days and warmer weather, for hay fever sufferers, it's the beginning of what can be a challenging few months. If you're one of the 20% in the UK affected by hay fever, here’s what you need to know about the season ahead.
How did the Met Office 2024/25 winter forecast develop and what was its impact?
We take a look back on meteorological winter 2024/25, how the forecast developed and the impact it had.
Weather and energy: Supporting the energy transition
Weather and climate data play a vital role in supporting the UK's transition to clean energy, infrastructure development, energy forecasting and resilient systems that help drive the UK economy.
Two named storms and a typical mix of winter weather: Winter 2024/25 statistics
A look back at Winter 2024/25 and February 2025's provisional weather and climate statistics.
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