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BlogRecord-Breaking El Niño Surpasses Previous BenchmarksThe developing El Niño in the Pacific Ocean, which scientists have been monitoring closely for many months, has now exceeded previous records, making it the strongest event in the observational record.Read more -
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When is a hurricane not a hurricane?
Hurricanes, or tropical cyclones, are among the most powerful and destructive weather systems on Earth. But not every swirling storm over the ocean qualifies as a hurricane.
What are the August Bank Holiday’s current weather records?
As the August Bank Holiday approaches for many of us, millions of people across the UK will be keeping a close eye on the forecast.
Met Office weekend weather forecast: Largely dry and bright Bank Holiday weekend
As we head into the weekend and the bank holiday period, high pressure will be the dominant feature across the UK, bringing settled conditions for most.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: High pressure dominating, but for how long?
The latest 10-day trend presents a classic split in the UK’s late summer weather pattern.
When does Autumn officially start?
Autumn is the season that bridges the warmth of summer and the chill of winter. In the UK, it’s most vividly marked by the changing colours of leaves and the harvest season.
600-mile rainstorm? Hotter than Ibiza? Met Office weather headline review
As summer 2025 enters its final stretch, the UK’s weather has delivered a mix of summer warmth, some cooler periods and even the influence of Atlantic storms.
About a buoy: How three storms and a missing marine buoy sparked a technical transformation
In the remote waters of the North Atlantic, one of our ocean buoys went on an unexpected journey-tossed by storms, lost at sea, and eventually found washed up on a beach in Ireland. But what have we learned from the lost buoy?
Met Office week ahead forecast: Cooler conditions despite return of high pressure
As we move into the final weeks of summer, high pressure is once again asserting itself across the UK.
Met Office festival forecast: Largely dry but without the high temperatures of recent weekends
As festivalgoers prepare for a packed week of music and celebration across the UK, the Met Office has issued its latest forecast for the major events kicking off from Thursday, 21 August.
What is wind and how do we measure it?
Wind is a fundamental element of our weather, shaping everything from daily forecasts to global climate patterns.
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