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Increase in tropical cyclone risk to coastal regions Also known as hurricanes in the North Atlantic and typhoons in the northwest Pacific, tropical cyclones have maximum wind speeds of at least 74 miles per hour and can be up to 1000 kilometres in diameter. Research by Imperial College London as part

of the event for the best chance of optimal weather conditions? ‘How many people will attend if it rains or if it's wetter, hotter or colder than usual for the season? ‘What type of stage or ground surface will I need to guarantee the safety of participants, athletes and performers?’ Risk assessment to avoid

temperatures close to the UK - resulted in the extended spell of hot and sunny weather. However, the observed record-breaking temperatures for the summer overall could not be fully explained by these conditions alone, and also needed to factor in additional warming from climate change. Dr Mark McCarthy

written as 'stock music' and was first used to accompany a programme about hot air balloons. The Shipping Forecast was also featured in the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony.  Parodied versions have been featured on many radio shows and plays, and a version can also be heard in the restrooms

Urban Climate Services in CSSP China Cities in China are densely populated and major economic centres, with an estimated 60% of the population living in urban areas 1 . Many cities in China are affected by weather and climate hazards such as heatwaves, heavy rainfall and typhoons. The frequency

on Tuesday evening to talk about current extreme temperatures and climate change. The interviewer Emily Maitlis asked if the current hot temperatures we are seeing can be considered the ‘new normal’. Certainly, there can be no doubt that the summer of 2018 has been remarkable both in the UK and across

, particularly in the north and west, will experience hotter conditions than during previous heatwaves, thanks to a southeasterly airflow. Eastern coastal areas may see some early mist and low cloud, which could linger into the afternoon in a few locations. However, for most of the country, Saturday

comfortable night. Certainly a lot cooler than many nights of late. Towns and cities may hold up in the teens, but many rural spots will be lower than that. So, a coolish start to Wednesday, but for many actually looking like a fine day tomorrow. Quite a bit of cloud across Devon, Cornwall

New analysis of observations shows that extremes of temperature in the UK are most affected by human induced climate change. This means the UK is seeing, on average, more frequent periods of hot weather, bringing challenges for infrastructure, health and wellbeing. The observations also suggest

maxima occur in the London area (23.5 °C) whilst the lowest occur in the Shetlands (15 °C). Maximum temperatures are normally 2 or 3 hours a er midday. Extreme maximum temperatures can occur in July or August. For example, on 3 August 1990 a temperature of 34.5 °C was recorded at Knutsford