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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
Met Office Advice for Sun Awareness Week
Sun Awareness Week 2025, led by The British Association of Dermatologists (BAD), starts next week (12-18 May). This campaign highlights the dangers of sun exposure and promotes sun safety.
Clean Air Month: How the Met Office monitors air quality
May is National Clean Air Month, so we're exploring the Met Office's role in monitoring air quality and looking at how climate change can impact the air we breathe every day.
VE Day and the weather: How forecasts helped shape victory
In the tense days leading up to VE Day, the skies above Britain carried more than just clouds, they held wartime secrets.
Space weather: How different types affect us
When we think of weather, we often picture clouds, rain, and sunshine. But there’s another kind of weather that happens far above our heads, space weather.
Weather trends: blocking highs and the amplified jet stream
Since the end of February, high pressure has been the dominant force in our weather, bringing mostly dry and sunny conditions. But why is this happening?
How does the Met Office monitor space weather?
The Met Office operates a dedicated Space Weather Operations Centre, working around the clock to protect national systems and services from the Sun's activity.
Why has spring been so warm and dry so far this year?
Spring 2025 has brought notably dry weather across much of the UK, with most regions seeing far less rainfall than usual.
‘Heatwave return’ or ‘Summer sizzle’? Weather headline review
We look at some recent online weather headlines to see how well they’re reflecting the UK weather forecast.
Gardening in May: Five tips from the Met Office
With longer days, warmer temperatures, and a noticeable uptick in sunshine, May is a great month for both seasoned horticulturists and budding green thumbs to get out and do some gardening.
What is UV radiation and how does it affect your health?
In this article, we'll explain what UV radiation is, how it affects your health, and how you can protect yourself from too much UV exposure.
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