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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: Supercells, jet streams and a finely balanced forecast
In this week’s Met Office Deep Dive, we unpack a weekend of dramatic weather across the UK, explore the science behind supercell thunderstorms, and look ahead to a week of changeable conditions shaped by a dynamic jet stream.
Wimbledon extremes: How weather has shaped the championships
As the world’s oldest tennis tournament, Wimbledon has seen its fair share of dramatic weather over the decades.
How weather and climate change are shaping the future of UK sport
As the UK experiences increasingly variable and extreme weather, the impact on sporting events is becoming more evident.
What's in store for the next week: An active jet stream fuels more changeable weather
The UK is set to experience a dynamic and changeable week of weather, driven by a strengthening jet stream and a renewed Atlantic influence.
What does the weather have in store for this year's Glastonbury Festival?
Festivalgoers heading to Worthy Farm this week can expect a typically British mix of weather, although for the most part the forecast suggests it could be a very pleasant event where weather is concerned.
Maximum temperatures and how they’re recorded
Here at the Met Office we have been collecting weather observations since we were founded, and the earliest daily temperature data we have in our digital climate database is from 1853. However, there are a number of elements to verify temperatures and any associated records which ensure a fair comparison and consistency across our annals.
‘Boiling point’ temperatures or ‘358-mile’ storms? Met Office weather headline review
Weather headlines have plenty to talk about this week with a heatwave for some parts of the UK, so how are they reflecting the outlook?
Scorching Junes: How often do we see temperatures over 30°C in June?
The UK’s climate has undergone a noticeable transformation over the past six decades, particularly in the frequency of extreme heat events.
Understanding tropical nights and their impact
As the UK experiences increasingly warmer summers, the phenomenon of tropical nights is becoming more relevant to both weather forecasting and public health.
Met Office 10-Day Trend: Temperatures to peak this weekend
As we approach the summer solstice this weekend, the UK is experiencing a spell of hot weather, with the shortest night of the year potentially also being the warmest so far.
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