Official news blog

How will cold weather affect energy demand in a changing climate?

24 August 2023

This month we have been exploring the topic of climate science for decision making.

How does weather and climate impact British Wildlife?

22 August 2023

This month’s Met Office climate theme is how climate science can help decision makers plan in a future, warmer climate.

Hilary bringing a year’s worth of rain in a single day

21 August 2023

The Hollywood studios of southern California are renowned for creating dramatic storylines. But sometimes the region produces events which rival anything from a film producer’s imagination.

Signs of warmer weather on the way?

11 August 2023

With a mixture of sunshine and showers expected for many through this weekend, there are some tentative signals highlighting the possibility of some warmer weather developing later next week, but what can we say at this range?

How the Met Office makes a difference

3 August 2023

The UK National Risk Register (NRR), an assessment of the most significant risks facing the country, has been updated by the Government today. Many of the hazards highlighted by the register are related to natural hazards and the Met Office plays an essential role in dealing with many of the issues.

Adaptation in science, through partnerships

1 August 2023

This month, we have been looking more closely at adaptation strategies and how the Met Office is working with government, industry and communities, providing actionable science to inform adaptation strategies to prepare for the climate change that is already happening, as well as future climate risk.

Robust and actionable science to help inform adaptation action

31 July 2023

We’ve all heard about Net Zero – but what about climate adaptation? Climate adaptation is action that protects us against the impacts of climate change, both now and in the future.