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The Met Office and the rail sector: Keeping the UK on track

The UK’s rail network is a vital part of national infrastructure, connecting communities, supporting the economy, and enabling millions of journeys every day.

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Met Office deep dive: Autumn’s stormy spell and tropical influences

Are we in for a stormy spell on Friday night? How wet will it get before then? And could a tropical tango influence both of those things?

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How accurate was the Met Office’s summer forecasting?

Summer 2025 went down as provisionally the warmest on record for the UK, but how accurate was the Met Office forecast through the season? We crunch the numbers to find out…

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Met Office week ahead: Calm start but turning very wet and windy

The week ahead promises a classic mix of seasonal weather across the UK.

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Trackplot case study: How the Met Office helps keep lone workers safe

At the Met Office, we work with partners across the UK to turn weather and climate science into practical decisions that keep people safe and operations running smoothly.

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Weekend weather forecast: A complex picture after a settled spell

After several days of fine, settled weather under the influence of high pressure, the UK faces a more complicated outlook for the upcoming weekend.

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Met Office 10-day trend: A tale of two halves for September

September has been a month of contrasts across the UK, with the weather delivering a tale of two halves.

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How the Met Office uses radar to deliver accurate weather observations and forecasts

Weather radar is one of the most powerful tools in the Met Office’s arsenal for observing and forecasting the UK’s ever-changing weather.

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Met Office Deep Dive: A look into Hurricane season

As autumn unfolds across the UK, the weather has taken a notable turn.

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How does the Met Office work with the energy sector?

The UK’s energy sector is at the heart of keeping the nation running, powering homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.  

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