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600-mile rainstorm? Hotter than Ibiza? Met Office weather headline review
As summer 2025 enters its final stretch, the UK’s weather has delivered a mix of summer warmth, some cooler periods and even the influence of Atlantic storms.
About a buoy: How three storms and a missing marine buoy sparked a technical transformation
In the remote waters of the North Atlantic, one of our ocean buoys went on an unexpected journey-tossed by storms, lost at sea, and eventually found washed up on a beach in Ireland. But what have we learned from the lost buoy?
Met Office week ahead forecast: Cooler conditions despite return of high pressure
As we move into the final weeks of summer, high pressure is once again asserting itself across the UK.
Met Office festival forecast: Largely dry but without the high temperatures of recent weekends
As festivalgoers prepare for a packed week of music and celebration across the UK, the Met Office has issued its latest forecast for the major events kicking off from Thursday, 21 August.
What is wind and how do we measure it?
Wind is a fundamental element of our weather, shaping everything from daily forecasts to global climate patterns.
How is temperature measured?
Understanding how temperature is measured is fundamental to the accuracy of weather forecasts and climate monitoring.
Met Office weekend weather: A warm and dry weekend for most
Most areas across the UK can expect a dry weekend, although the appearance of the sky will vary considerably depending on location and time of day.
From leaky pipelines to launchpads: why diversity is the missing link in tech’s AI revolution
There has never been a better time to work in Technology. The opportunities to shape our future are vast and increasing. With growing sophistication, Artificial Intelligence (AI) approaches have the potential to help us tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing society.
Met Office 10-day trend: Warm spells, thundery showers and Atlantic uncertainty
The latest 10-day forecast presents a more complex picture than usual, with the UK’s weather increasingly influenced by developments over the Atlantic.
Premier League opening weekend weather forecast
Dry and warm conditions are expected across the UK for the Premier League’s opening weekend.
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