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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 10-day trend: A tale of two halves for September
September has been a month of contrasts across the UK, with the weather delivering a tale of two halves.
How the Met Office uses radar to deliver accurate weather observations and forecasts
Weather radar is one of the most powerful tools in the Met Office’s arsenal for observing and forecasting the UK’s ever-changing weather.
Met Office Deep Dive: A look into Hurricane season
As autumn unfolds across the UK, the weather has taken a notable turn.
How does the Met Office work with the energy sector?
The UK’s energy sector is at the heart of keeping the nation running, powering homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
Seeing the bigger picture: How satellite data shapes Met Office forecasts
Weather shapes everything from our daily routines to the resilience of national infrastructure. That’s why accurate, reliable meteorological observations are more crucial than ever.
Typhoons: What are they and how do they form?
Typhoon Ragasa has now cleared the Luzon Strait and is currently tracking northwest, with gradual weakening expected.
Week Ahead forecast: Seasonal shift becoming increasingly apparent
As we mark the autumn equinox, the seasonal shift is becoming increasingly apparent across the UK.
Met Office Weekend weather: Heavy rain, warmth, and a turn to colder conditions
As we approach the weekend, the UK is set for a dynamic spell of weather.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: A notable shift in direction
The UK’s weather over the next ten days is set to see a notable shift from wet and warm conditions to a pattern that is drier and cooler.
Rainfall in the first half of September: A wet start, but the deficit remains
September has begun with a notable shift in the UK’s weather pattern, delivering widespread rainfall across much of the country.
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