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Weekend weather: A hot and bank holiday weekend ahead?
It is not often that prolonged hot and sunny weather aligns with a bank holiday weekend, but this weekend looks set to deliver exactly that.
Pollen forecast: Will we see levels rise over the weekend?
Pollen levels remain largely low across the UK through the next few days, though a gradual increase is expected.
When was the last time the UK reached 30°C in May?
With temperatures rising in the coming days and the likelihood of figures in excess of 30°C over the weekend and into the start of next week, we take a look at how often this threshold is reached in May and what's behind the figures.
Deep Dive: How warm will it get for the bank holiday weekend?
A marked change in the weather pattern is set to bring increasingly warm and settled conditions across the UK as we head towards the bank holiday weekend.
Week ahead: Unsettled at first, but how warm will it get?
The week ahead brings a varied spell of weather across the UK, with an unsettled start gradually giving way to warmer and, for many, drier conditions
Weekend weather: A mixed weekend with brighter spells and some showers
The weather this weekend brings a bit of everything, as the UK moves away from recent chilly northerly winds and begins to draw in air from the Atlantic.
10-day trend: Will the cold May continue?
A chilly start to mid-May, but signs of warmer weather ahead.
Week ahead: A cooler, unsettled week with showers for many
Below average temperatures, frequent showers, and a noticeable chill in the wind for many parts of the UK.
How the refreshed Met Office app is taking shape
You may have noticed our weather app has changed a lot this year, with a new design and various updates since it went live in January. So, what has been the process behind the refreshed app, what has changed since launch, and what’s coming next?
Weekend weather: a striking mix of weather across the UK
This 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.
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