National Meteorological Library and Archive

Many people have an interest in the weather and the processes that cause it, which is why the National Meteorological Library and Archive is open to everyone.

Changes to our online catalogue

The Library and Archive will be introducing a new online catalogue during the week beginning 15 March 2010. We hope that you will find the new catalogue straightforward to use, but please contact us if you have any questions or need any help.


Library information

Opening times, location and contact details for the library in Exeter.

Archive information

Opening times, location and contact details for our archive locations.  

What we hold

Our collection is one of the most comprehensive on meteorology anywhere.

Online catalogue

You can search the library and archive collections via our online catalogue.

Using the Library and Archive

The library can offer a range of services to help you get the most from the information we hold.

Learn more about the weather

Fact sheets, subject guides and charts from key dates, giving an introduction to meteorology.