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Weekend weather: Sunshine and more seasonable temperatures
After a spell of notably hot weather for some parts of the UK, the first weekend of August is set to bring a return to more typical summer conditions.
Pollen forecast: Low levels across much of the UK
Pollen levels over the next five days will remain low across much of the UK
10-day trend: Cooler, drier for many, but rainfall signals remain uncertain
After another very warm spell for parts of the UK, the weather over the next 10 days looks set to become more familiar for late summer, with temperatures returning closer to average for many.
Deep dive: Wildfires, heatwaves and the UK’s continuing dry spell
Recent hot and dry weather has not only affected parts of the UK but has also contributed to significant wildfire activity across Europe.
Week ahead: Heat builds again, but not everywhere
Hot weather is set to return for parts of the UK this week, although the picture will be far from uniform.
How close is the UK to another heatwave – and where has the rain gone?
Much of the UK has seen a dry and warm summer so far, and the coming days will bring another rise in temperatures for some.
Weekly weather quiz July 24: Test your knowledge!
Do you keep a close eye on the weather, or do you just enjoy talking about it? Either way, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test with this week’s Met Office weather quiz.
Weekend weather: Rain for some, but summer warmth holds on in the south
After a notably dry July for many parts of the UK, this weekend will bring a change in the weather pattern.
Are we still in a heatwave - and could another one develop next week?
A UK heatwave is defined as a period of at least three consecutive days when daily maximum temperatures meet or exceed the heatwave temperature threshold for a particular location.
Pollen forecast: Mixed levels across the UK
Pollen levels remain mixed across the UK over the next five days, with the highest counts most likely across southern parts of England.
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