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• February’s weather extremes: a closer look at February's current weather records

  in the record: Pershore in Hereford & Worcester reached 18.1°C in 2024, and Teddington Bushy Park in Middlesex achieved the same value that year. The highest February temperature recorded in the UK was 21.2°C at Kew Gardens in 2019. These events are consistent with broader observations that the UK is seeing

• Deep dive: After a remarkable summer, meteorological Autumn has arrived

  restrictions and wildfires affected several areas, while farmers and gardeners faced increasingly challenging conditions as soils continued to dry out. READ MORE: August 2026 weather stats: A regional breakdown A tale of two halves for August sunshine August continued the warm theme established earlier

• 10-Day trend: A more changeable spell ahead as July draws to a close

  to be particularly significant. Most areas are likely to see some rain during the next 10 days, but amounts may be insufficient to substantially improve the dry conditions that have developed through much of July. For farmers, gardeners and those monitoring water resources, any rainfall will be welcome

• NCIC Monthly Summary

  % of average, but rather below average in Northern Ireland and the Western and Northern Isles. The UK monthly extremes were as follows: A maximum temperature of 24.5 °C was recorded at Kew Gardens (Greater London) on the 30th. A minimum temperature of -8.5 °C was recorded at Braemar (Aberdeenshire

• NCIC Monthly Summary

  of 114% of average. The UK monthly extremes were as follows: A maximum temperature of 22.9 °C was recorded at Kew Gardens (Greater London) on the 29th. A minimum temperature of -3.8 °C was recorded at Aboyne (Aberdeenshire) on the 15th. In the 24 hours ending 0900 UTC on the 5th, 102.6 mm of rain fell

• Deep Dive: Record lows and a storm on the horizon

  more in their gardens or local parks. The variability across the country has been striking, with some regions facing severe disruption, especially Aberdeenshire, while others, particularly the Midlands and southeast, have barely seen a flake. The science behind the snow: Arctic winds

• Deep Dive: Heatwaves, dry ground and warming seas

  , sunny and dry weather is visible from space 🛰️ Comparing satellite images from late May and now, much of the landscape has turned from green to brown Farmers and gardeners are feeling the strain, with wildfire risk elevated as a third heatwave continues pic.twitter.com/wPmgHRgg8R — Met Office

• Understanding the Met Office’s WeatherReady preparedness work

  the outdoors and make the most of each season. Whether it’s tips for safe walking and cycling, advice on garden maintenance, or ideas for family activities, helps people to embrace the weather in a safe and informed way. READ MORE: Storm Goretti: Key stats from the multi-hazard event WeatherReady

• Staying safe in snow and ice: Met Office WeatherReady tips

  Office (@metoffice) November 19, 2025 With freezing temperatures and the potential for snow and ice, the Met Office’s WeatherReady campaign offers practical advice to help you prepare your home, garden, and daily routines for winter weather. Here are the key tips for staying safe: Staying safe in ice

• Record-breaking heat rewrites May temperature records across the UK

  maximum temperature station records Daytime temperatures have reached particularly notable levels during this hot spell, with many stations recording their highest May daily maximum temperatures on record. One of the most striking values was recorded at Kew Gardens in Greater London, where temperatures