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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 -
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
Are storms in August unusual and why do we name them?
Storm Floris has been officially named by the Met Office, with disruptive winds and heavy rainfall expected to affect the northern half of the UK from Monday 4 August into Tuesday 5 August 2025.
40 degree heat? 492-mile ‘rain bomb’? Met Office headline weather review
As we move into August, the UK’s weather continues to deliver a mix of sunshine, showers, and speculation.
Met Office 10-day trend: Stormy conditions to end July
The UK’s weather over the next ten days will bring a mix of unsettled spells and some stormy conditions before a return to more settled weather later in the period.
What is the Gulf Stream and how does it affect UK weather?
The Gulf Stream is a powerful ocean current that plays a vital role in shaping the climate of the UK and much of Western Europe.
Met Office Deep Dive: Thundery showers and jet stream shifts
At first glance, this week’s weather might seem like typical British summertime, some sunshine, some showers, and nothing too dramatic.
What is the Azores High?
The Azores High is a key player in shaping Britain’s weather, influencing everything from storm tracks to seasonal temperatures.
Met Office week ahead forecast: a mixed start to August with warmth, showers and sunshine
As we move from the end of July into the start of August, the UK’s weather continues to be shaped by the Azores High.
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.
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.
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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