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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
What's in store for the next week: An active jet stream fuels more changeable weather
The UK is set to experience a dynamic and changeable week of weather, driven by a strengthening jet stream and a renewed Atlantic influence.
What does the weather have in store for this year's Glastonbury Festival?
Festivalgoers heading to Worthy Farm this week can expect a typically British mix of weather, although for the most part the forecast suggests it could be a very pleasant event where weather is concerned.
Maximum temperatures and how they’re recorded
Here at the Met Office we have been collecting weather observations since we were founded, and the earliest daily temperature data we have in our digital climate database is from 1853. However, there are a number of elements to verify temperatures and any associated records which ensure a fair comparison and consistency across our annals.
‘Boiling point’ temperatures or ‘358-mile’ storms? Met Office weather headline review
Weather headlines have plenty to talk about this week with a heatwave for some parts of the UK, so how are they reflecting the outlook?
Scorching Junes: How often do we see temperatures over 30°C in June?
The UK’s climate has undergone a noticeable transformation over the past six decades, particularly in the frequency of extreme heat events.
Understanding tropical nights and their impact
As the UK experiences increasingly warmer summers, the phenomenon of tropical nights is becoming more relevant to both weather forecasting and public health.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: Temperatures to peak this weekend
As we approach the summer solstice this weekend, the UK is experiencing a spell of hot weather, with the shortest night of the year potentially also being the warmest so far.
Met Office Deep Dive: Hot weather to bring heatwave for many
As we approach the summer solstice, the UK is bracing for a significant spell of hot weather.
Met Office festival forecast: It's going to be a warm one
As high pressure continues to dominate the UK weather scene, festivalgoers can look forward to a largely fine and settled spell across much of the country.
Met Office weather extremes: What are June’s current records?
As we move through June, it's a good time to reflect on some of the more significant weather extremes the UK has experienced during Junes of previous years.
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