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Northern Scotland: climate This describes the main features of the climate of Northern Scotland, comprising Highland Region, the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland. The principal mainland geographic features comprise the Grampian Mountains and the northern Highlands, which rise steeply from
over the whole year it might seem rather unremarkable, however it is telling that whereas we consider 2021 as near-average for temperature in the context of the current climate, had this occurred just over three decades ago it would have been one of the UK’s warmest years on record. “Although 1°C
These maps show the areas of greatest concern for experiencing severe climate-related impacts at 4°C global warming relative to pre-industrial levels (1850-1900).
These maps show the areas of greatest concern for experiencing severe climate-related impacts at 4°C global warming relative to pre-industrial levels (1850-1900). They highlight those regions where people may be exposed to severe climate-related impacts, and regions where multiple severe impacts
Climate risk report for the East Africa region
The climate risk report for the East Africa region is part of a series of regional climate risk reports the Met Office has produced in collaboration with ODI and commissioned by FCDO to provide evidence to the UK Government in support of adaptation and resilience planning and investments
The ENACTS initiative is led by the International Research Institute for Climate and Society (IRI).
The ENACTS initiative is implemented by National Meteorological and Hydrological Services and Regional Climate Centres in Africa with the support of the International Research Institute for Climate and Society (IRI) and other partners. It is designed to transform local, national and regional
Providing Regional Climates for Impacts Studies
First explorations UK weather and climate quiz 1 2 3 4 Explain to the group that in this activity, they’ll be exploring weather and climate change in the UK. Start the lesson by showing the group the weather warriors film here. Show your group slide 2 that includes the quiz and ask them to split
The UK Climate Resilience Programme ran from 2019 to 2023. As part of our role in co-leading the programme, we produced various infographics to help communicate its outputs.
Programme overview and legacy The infographics below show the programme's strategic themes and how it will achieve a lasting legacy. Download the UK Climate Resilience overview infographic (PDF document) Download the UK Climate Resilience legacy infographic (PDF document) From climate hazard
Understanding climate impacts on water resources at both the regional and global scale.
We use climate models, in conjunction with impact models, to make integrated assessments on the effects of climate change and climate variability on water resources. By including important processes such as glaciers, irrigation and interactions with Food, forestry and ecosystem services, we aim
News updates and newsletters for the UK Climate Projections (UKCP18) service
News updates Shaping the Future of UK Climate Projections - 26 February 2025 The Met Office and Defra are launching a new consultation of our UK Climate Projections (UKCP) service to gather user perspectives. It’s an opportunity for users to share their experiences of using our climate information
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