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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
How does climate attribution science relate to Loss and Damage?
In our recent blog post on Loss and Damage, we explored the climate change impacts caused by slow-onset events (such as sea-level rise) and extreme weather events. These different types of events resulting in losses and damages are also implicit in the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) ‘Reasons For Concern’ (RFCs).
What do we mean by a climate tipping point?
In the context of climate science, a tipping point refers to a critical threshold in the earth’s system or related processes which, if passed, can cause sudden, dramatic or even irreversible changes to some of the earth’s largest systems, such as the Antarctic ice sheet or the Amazon rainforest.
The science of linking climate change to extreme weather events
“Would this heatwave or severe rainfall have happened without climate change?” This is the kind of question that policymakers and businesses are asking scientists.
May 2023: a record for UK sea-surface temperature says Met Office chief scientist
The North Atlantic, including around the UK has been experiencing record-breaking temperatures.
What is meant by Loss and Damage?
And why are we talking about it?
NASA Space Apps Challenge is coming to Exeter
The Met Office is playing host to NASA’s International Space Apps Challenge, with participants from all walks of life invited to take part.
Is it going to be a long, hot summer?
There is lots of speculation about the potential for up-and-coming heatwaves, extreme temperatures or drought for this summer. The Met Office Contingency Planners 3-Month Outlook is often cited as a source for some of this conjecture, but can it really be used to tell us what the daily weather has in store for the coming months?
Tropical Nights in September
Tropical nights, where the temperature doesn’t drop below 20°C, are rare in the UK through September.
Beyond fruit and timber: the many other benefits of trees in today’s climate
Native woodland is a really powerful tool to tackle both the nature and climate crises, that is the view of Chris Nichols the Woodland Trust’s Conservation Evidence Manager.
Delivering transformative change to weather and climate information services in vulnerable African communities through WISER Africa
Across East, West and Southern Africa, communities are vulnerable to weather and climate related shocks such as storms, flood and drought. These can have a significant impact on lives and livelihoods that can result in a loss of income, homes or lives that may have been avoided if better access and use of weather and climate information services was available.
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