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BlogWeekly weather quiz August 21: 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.Read more -
BlogSummer sunshine returns, but will it feel warm this weekend?After a week in which the seasons may have appeared to be changing, summer weather is set to make a return this weekend.Read more -
BlogAn ‘unprecedented’ El Niño and its implications for the weather forecast2026 is going to be renowned for the development of the largest El Niño in living memory and what is probably the largest such event since the 19th century.Read more
Pollen forecast: Generally low levels continue across the UK
Pollen levels are expected to remain low across almost all parts of the UK over the next five days, providing good news for many hay fever sufferers.
Ten-day trend: A return to more typical late-summer weather
After an extraordinary summer dominated by heatwaves and prolonged dry weather, the UK has entered a markedly different weather pattern.
What were the longest dry spells of Summer 2026 so far?
While summer 2026 will be remembered for its exceptional heat, the season's longest dry spells highlight just how unusual the past few months have been.
Confidence gap presents a potential challenge for AI weather forecasts that must be addressed
AI is likely to play a significant part in the next generation of weather forecasts. With potentially transformative change in how weather forecasts are produced possible in the coming years, how will people react to the coming changes and continue to act with confidence around the weather?
Deep dive: After the heat, can the UK finally make up its rainfall deficit?
The recent spell of cooler and more unsettled weather marks a notable change from one of the most remarkable summers the UK has experienced in recent years.
“September heatwave?” “Cold snap?”: Met Office weather headline review
Recent weather headlines have focused on everything from a potential September heatwave to plunging temperatures, flooding and even wintry weather.
Week ahead: Turning fresher with showers, rain and the risk of thunderstorms
After weeks of predominantly hot and dry weather, the week ahead will bring a very different feel across much of the UK.
Operation Blue Skies: advancing weather intelligence for aviation
Aviation is a mainstay of modern life, connecting people, businesses and communities across the world. As the sector works towards reducing its environmental impact, weather and climate science have an important role helping to unlock practical, evidence-based actions to lower the sector’s climate change contribution.
Will we finally see some meaningful rain this week?
After one of the driest spells of the summer for many parts of the UK, the weather pattern is beginning to show signs of change and, thankfully, some rain.
Weekly weather quiz August 14: 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.
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