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BlogWhen will it rain? The latest Met Office forecast suggests dry weather will continue for mostAfter weeks of hot, dry weather and widespread heatwave conditions across many parts of the UK, one of the questions we're hearing most often is: when will it rain again?Read more -
BlogWeek ahead: Heat continues, but a gradual change later this week?It has already been an exceptionally prolonged spell of hot weather for many parts of the UK, and the week ahead will see that theme continue.Read more -
BlogWeekend weather: heat shifts west as eastern coasts coolWhile some parts of the UK have been experiencing heatwave conditions since last weekend, other areas have only recently reached heatwave thresholds, and in a few locations no heatwave has developed at all.Read more
Met Office Deep Dive: Why September turned soggy and what happens next
After a notably wet start to September, the large‑scale pattern across the northern hemisphere is finally on the move.
'Volcanic' heat maps? 600-mile wall of rain? Met Office weather headline review
As the UK transitions from summer into autumn, the weather has become increasingly changeable, with a mix of warmth, rain, and wind dominating the headlines.
Met Office week ahead: Wet, windy but with hints of change
September has so far been defined by unsettled weather, with persistent rain and blustery winds sweeping across the UK.
Fact checking climate information
Information on climate change is often shared in the media and on social media, but how can we establish its trustworthiness?
Eight interesting facts about Autumn
Autumn is a season of transition, marking the shift from the warmth of summer to the chill of winter.
Mist, fog, and haze: What's the difference?
Visibility is a crucial aspect of weather forecasting, affecting everything from road safety to aviation and shipping.
Weekend weather forecast: A later return for summer?
As we approach the first weekend of September, many are wondering whether summer will make a late return.
What's the forecast for this Sunday's Blood Moon?
This Sunday evening, sky-watchers across the UK are in for a rare celestial treat: a total lunar eclipse, often called a “blood moon.”
Met Office 10-day trend: An unsettled start to Autumn
As we move into September, the UK’s weather is living up to expectations for an unsettled autumnal start.
How does summer 2025 compare to summer 1976
Across the UK, mean temperatures averaged across the summer period reached levels never-before recorded, with large swathes of the country experiencing conditions more than 2°C above the seasonal average. Yet, as remarkable as these statistics are, it is crucial to place them in context.
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