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BlogWarnings for thunderstorms issued, but why do we get them in warm weather?Warnings for thunderstorms have been issued for many western parts of the UK in the coming days, as a transition to the weather pattern is on the way.Read more -
BlogPollen forecast: High levels across the UKPollen levels remain very high across much of the UK at the end of June, with grass pollen continuing to dominate and weed pollen also contributing to high overall levels in many areas.Read more -
BlogSupporting the British Red Cross to build resilience to extreme heatA new prototype website tool has been created to help people working and volunteering at the British Red Cross better understand their climate-related risk, make climate-informed decisions for adaptation and enhance resilience to extreme heat events in a changing climate.Read more
10-day trend: Hot spell peaks before a return to more changeable conditions
A significant shift in the UK’s weather is expected over the next 10 days, with the current spell of intense heat giving way to more typical, changeable summer conditions.
Deep Dive: Why so hot and humid?
This week’s weather pattern is set to deliver a spell of exceptional heat across the UK, with temperatures climbing to potentially record-breaking levels and humidity playing a key role in how the heat is experienced.
Week ahead: Exceptional heat peaking midweek
A prolonged spell of exceptional heat and humidity will dominate the UK’s weather through midweek, with temperatures peaking before a gradual change later in the week.
Met Office tips for keeping cool in hot weather
Hot weather can be welcome, but when temperatures remain high for several days, it can pose risks to health and wellbeing.
UK could see 45°C by 2056, scientists reflect on 1976 heatwave anniversary
On the 50th anniversary of the start of the 1976 summer heatwave, Met Office scientists have highlighted how similar events could become significantly more intense in the future, with a plausible scenario showing UK temperatures reaching 45°C by 2056.
How unusual is this week’s extreme heat, and why will it feel so intense?
A spell of exceptional heat is set to develop this week, with temperatures forecast to rise rapidly and potentially challenge or exceed long-standing June records.
Turning science into action: launching our strategic partnership with FCDO
London Climate Action Week looks at where climate action is really happening. Not just in commitments or conference rooms, important though those are, but in the practical decisions that help people, governments and communities prepare for the weather and climate risks they face.
Heat alerts explained as Europe faces extreme temperatures
Temperatures are rising sharply across the UK, with exceptional and potentially record-breaking heat developing, particularly in southern and eastern areas where values are expected to reach the mid to high 30s.
Weekly weather quiz, June 19: 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: Temperatures rising into the weekend
A notable warm-up is set to take hold across the UK this weekend, with temperatures climbing as we move from Saturday into Sunday and beyond into early next week.
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