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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 weekend weather: Heatwave to continue across much of the UK
As the weekend rolls in, much of the UK will be experiencing a continuation of the current heatwave.
Cold water shock: what it is and how to stay safe
With this weekend’s forecast pointing to a return of summer heat and heatwave conditions across much of the UK, many of us will no doubt be looking for ways to cool off.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: High pressure in charge with hot weekend on the way
As we head into the weekend, the UK is set to experience a spell of hot and settled weather, thanks to a dominant area of high pressure.
Understanding the Foehn effect and its impacts
The Foehn effect is a weather phenomenon that causes air to become warmer and drier on the downwind (or leeward) side of a mountain range. It plays a significant role in shaping local climates and can have both beneficial and hazardous consequences.
Ocean forecasting at the Met Office: What are ocean models?
At the Met Office, we do more than just predict the weather. We also forecast how the ocean behaves.
Met Office Deep Dive: Heatwaves, marine anomalies and a satellite launch
After a brief break from the heat, the UK is once again seeing temperatures on the rise.
From heatwaves to downpours: July’s historical weather records
As we move through another British summer, July has typically been a month of meteorological milestones.
Met Office weather: What's the forecast for the week ahead?
The week ahead promises a largely dry and increasingly warm spell of weather across much of the UK, as high pressure gradually asserts its influence.
Observations: The foundation of accurate weather forecasting
At the Met Office, observations are the cornerstone of our forecasting capability. They provide a real-time snapshot of atmospheric conditions, feeding directly into our systems to ensure our forecasts remain accurate and reliable.
Met Office festival forecast: More heat on the way for this week's festivals
While some areas may see cloudier skies early in the week, the overall outlook is dry with plenty of sunshine, ideal for this week's festivals.
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