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• NCIC Monthly Summary

  June 2020 The averaging period used for the following assessment was 1981-2010. The very sunny and warm weather of late May continued into the start of June, but a cool northerly type became established from the 3rd to 7th, bringing showers and some longer spells of rain. After a brief settled

• Cold conditions likely with risk of snow

  There is increasing confidence that the recent Sudden Stratospheric Warming above the North Pole could lead to prolonged cold conditions over the UK, increasing the risk of easterly wind and significant snow.

  the outcome of this particular event, there is an increased risk of cold conditions in the latter part of February, including the possibility of heavy snowfall. Frank Saunders is a Met Office Chief Operational Meteorologist. He said: “A Sudden Stratospheric Warming implies around a 70 per cent

• A brief respite for some before cold returns

  temperatures for many. Jason Kelly is the Chief Forecaster. He said: “The worst of the snowfall in England is over for now, but further weather warnings will be in force to cover the further hazards brought by frost and ice.” Northernmost parts of Scotland are likely to be subjected to further snow showers

• How long will the cold conditions last?

  . Matthew Lewis is a Deputy Chief Operational Meteorologist. He said: “A Sudden Stratospheric Warming event is now expected to occur and will peak over the coming week. The resulting impact on the weather in the UK is still hugely uncertain, but there are some signs of conditions that an easterly flow could

• Fine, dry and sunny weather into the weekend

  , leading to another fine day with plenty of sunshine. It will remain breezy in the southwest, but lighter winds elsewhere will allow temperatures to climb.   Many areas will feel warm in the sunshine, with highs of around 20°C widely and 21-22°C possible across southern parts. Eastern coastal areas

• Prolonged spell of above-average temperatures in the forecast

  is a Met Office Chief Forecaster. He said: “Temperatures across the UK will remain below average for most of this week and it’ll often feel rather chilly, but in the sunny spells between showers, the strength of the June sunshine will provide a short-term boost making conditions feel pleasant in sheltered

• Met Office 10-day weather forecast: more rain to come

  Alex. Further rain in the weekend By Saturday, further wet weather is likely, with some thundery showers likely for much of the country. Alex explained what’s behind the wetter theme. He said, “The jet stream is driving an area of low pressure that’s heading towards us. It’s not an especially deep

• Do you know what climate action to take for a safer future?

  actions webpage for some suggestions of ‘quick wins’ – many of these come at no or very little cost. Adaptation remains important Even if greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, we’re already committed to a level of global warming and associated impacts from past emissions released into the atmosphere

• The heat to beat a gradual retreat

  High pressure will continue to generate dry, fine and warm conditions before a change of weather type will bring a fresher feel to all parts of the UK by the end of the week, though with precious little rain for southern Britain.

  Wednesday will mark the peak of the heat with some locations expected to reach 35°C. Paul Gundersen is a Met Office Chief Forecaster. He said: “Today [Wednesday] will see the highest temperatures of the week, with some locations in eastern England expected to reach 35°C. However, a marked change

• Met Office weather: What's in store for the next 10 days?

  The UK has seen an exceptional spring so far, marked by prolonged dry, sunny, and warm conditions, thanks to a dominant high-pressure system. But, according to our latest Ten-Day Trend, this settled spell is nearing its end, with a significant shift in the weather pattern expected just in time