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BlogHow accurate was the Met Office forecast during a record-laden spring?A late-May heatwave may have stolen the weather headlines for Spring 2026, but just how did the weather forecast develop through the season?Read more -
BlogWeek Ahead Weather: Heatwave conditions expand as temperatures build across the UKStrong sunshine and rising temperatures will dominate the weather story this week, with the UK set to experience its third heatwave in just seven weeks.Read more -
BlogWimbledon weather records: heat, rain and sunshine during The ChampionshipsFew sporting events are as closely associated with the British summer as The Championships, Wimbledon.Read more
Pacific Ocean warming signals the possible return of a strong El Niño
A significant shift is underway in the tropical Pacific, with clear signs that an El Niño event is developing.
Met Office and AWS are pioneering how AI could shape the future of text-based weather services
The Met Office has long been at the forefront of meteorological innovation, delivering trusted weather services to the public and supporting maritime safety.
Week ahead forecast: a warming trend, but with showers at times
Many of us began the working week with temperatures at or near freezing.
March 2026 weather quiz: Test your knowledge
March 2026 delivered a notably warm start to spring for much of the UK, with England and Wales recording one of their warmest Marches on record.
Weekend weather: A change heading into the weekend
After a taste of very warm spring weather for some this week, conditions are set to change through the weekend as cooler air and unsettled weather return.
10-day trend: Cooler and more unsettled weather on the way
After a spell of unusually warm weather for early April, the UK is set to move into a cooler and more unsettled pattern over the next ten days.
Why pollen levels are high this week, and looking ahead
A spell of warm, dry and sunny weather has led to rising pollen levels across much of the UK this week.
Deep Dive: UK heat and tropical cyclones
As the UK continues to experience a week of higher-than-average temperatures, early April is currently delivering a spell of notably warm weather for many.
Storm Dave in context: How the storm unfolded
Storm Dave affected the UK during 4–5 April 2026, bringing a spell of disruptive weather to parts of the country, particularly across northern and western areas.
Week ahead: a week of two halves
The week ahead looks set to bring a clear contrast in weather conditions, with a warm and largely settled start followed by a more unsettled and cooler turn later on.
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