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, although these will gradually reduce as the alder pollen season comes to an end. "Meanwhile, ash pollen levels are gradually increasing in the South, with concentrations expected to reach 'moderate' by next week. The birch pollen season is also forecast to begin in southern areas later next week

term risk to the UK’s domestic production comes from climate change and other environmental pressures like soil degradation, water quality and biodiversity”. We’re already seeing the influence of climate change with warmer, wetter winters and hotter, drier summers. UK Climate Projections indicate

by the technology of the time, laid the groundwork for what was to come. By 1959, the installation of the Ferranti Mercury computer, known as ‘Meteor’, at Dunstable marked a significant milestone, providing the first computer dedicated to NWP research. READ MORE: What do meteorologists do at the Met Office

a series of tide gauges around the Philippines as well as satellite-based radar altimeters. Future climate projections come primarily from global climate model (GCM) simulations. More local scale projections are produced using regional climate models (RCMs), which better represent local scale

the Open Government Licence (OGL) where applicable, offers flexibility for innovators building services at scale. They also recognised the assurance that comes from partnering with the UK’s national meteorological service. Our approach is collaborative by design. We work closely with partners

and the advancements the WAFCs have brought and will continue to bring to aviation weather forecasting across the globe for decades to come.” - Debra Blondin, Deputy Director Aviation Weather Center / NOAA. This 40-year success story is a testament to the dedication and expertise of countless individuals at the Met

such as ‘severe gale’ or ‘storm’, depending on their intensity. When it comes to marine forecasts, the Met Office uses The Beaufort scale, a practical system for gauging wind strength based on visual assessments of sea surface conditions. Wind is a dynamic and complex phenomenon, shaped by pressure

of windstorms, from storm surges and high waves, will worsen as the sea level rises. More storms to come this year? After Storm Jocelyn this week, the UK will continue to see spells of wet and windy weather, especially in northern and western areas. Long range models suggest that late January and early

to focus on delivery. WISER Africa Whilst we were approving the main grant process, we have made great progress with our CAPEX activities. Although these are smaller interventions, they have been an integral element taken forward from previous phases of WISER, which has been brilliant to see come

and how does it affect your health? Author: Press Office 29 April 2025 In this article, we'll explain what UV radiation is, how it affects your health, and how you can protect yourself from too much UV exposure. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a type of energy that comes from the sun and some artificial