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BlogWhy the words we use about weather matterWhen we think about weather forecasting, we often focus on the science: temperatures, rainfall totals, wind speeds and weather warnings. But what about the language used to describe the weather?Read more -
BlogMarine heatwaves: why warm seas matter for UK weatherWhile the recent heatwave over land is fading, the heat has not disappeared entirely.Read more -
BlogWill the heat return?After a recent spell of hot weather for some, many will be asking whether the UK is likely to see any more heatwaves before the end of August.Read more
Week Ahead: Dry for many, but signs of change by the weekend
High pressure will continue to play a leading role in the UK's weather over the coming week, bringing plenty of dry conditions and warm temperatures for many areas.
Festival Forecast: Settled weather set to continue?
Festivalgoers heading to events across the UK this week can look forward to largely favourable weather conditions.
Weekly weather quiz July 17: 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: Cooler than recent days but dry conditions continue
After a prolonged spell of hot and dry weather, temperatures will ease back a little this weekend.
Pollen forecast: Elevated levels remain over the next 5 days
Pollen levels are set to remain elevated across large parts of the UK over the next five days, with grass and weed pollen continuing to affect many regions, although the grass season is coming towards its end in south and eastern areas.
10-day trend: Dry weather dominates as rain remains elusive
After an exceptionally dry and often hot spell across the UK, many people will be wondering when meaningful rainfall might return.
Deep Dive: Heatwaves, dry ground and warming seas
The UK has experienced a remarkable run of hot weather so far this year, with three distinct heatwaves affecting different parts of the country since late spring.
Summer 2026 so far: A look at the season at the halfway point
Summer 2025 was officially the warmest summer on record for the UK. But after an extraordinary year so far – with three widespread heatwaves and numerous climate records already broken – how is meteorological Summer 2026 shaping up at the halfway point?
World Youth Skills Day: Building skills for a shared future
World Youth Skills Day is a chance to recognise the skills young people need to shape a shared future - from science, technology and AI to green skills, communication and collaboration.
Ambitious new phase of scientific collaboration
The Met Office has confirmed a refreshed lineup of leading UK universities for the next phase of the Met Office Academic Partnership (MOAP).
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