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parts of the north-east and the south-east were rather drier. The overall figure for England was 81% of average. Sunshine was slightly above average in many central and eastern areas, with an overall figure of 103%. 1st to 8th It was generally cloudy on the 1st, with patchy light rain for eastern

................................12 Climate change We’re causing it, so let’s tackle it...14 00.13 GMT: Just past midnight and local authority duty-officer Karen Johnson is roused from sleep by an important text. It’s the Flood Forecasting Centre in London confirming extreme rainfall in just two hours

not greatly delay sowing and planting once conditions improve. Tender plants, petunias and tomatoes for example, won’t be put outside for another month at least but lower light affects greenhouses and will slow their growth.”   You can check the latest forecast on our website, by following us

Amazing aurora Overview Space weather helps produce amazing light shows in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres – known as the aurora. Many people dream of experiencing this dazzling event that only occurs in a few places around the world. In this activity you’ll get a chance to research different

southwest during the evening. Winds will be light to moderate for most, though fresh along some western coasts. Temperatures will be near normal or warm in northern areas, and warm to very warm across the south. Central England may see locally hot conditions, with maximum temperatures expected

some wet and windy weather at times and the chance of some snow in the north of the UK, as is often the case at this time of year.”  Stephen Basterfield, National Network Manager, at National Highways, said: “Even light or moderate rain can have an impact on visibility and vehicle performance, so

35 °C. Outlook for Wednesday Wednesday will start very warm and, in southern areas, very humid. There is a low risk of isolated showers or thunderstorms across northern areas, mainly Scotland, during the morning. For most, it will be a fine, hot and sunny day with light winds. Cloud will build

, temperatures may still reach the mid to high 20s. Conditions will remain humid, particularly in the south, with mostly light winds, though breezier conditions are possible in the far southwest. READ MORE: Climate change impacting the natural world Met Office presenter and meteorologist, Aidan

a dry day, with temperatures on Saturday likely peaking at 22C in southern and central England, which is lower than those experienced for many in recent days. Sunday will see temperatures drop further, though any rain is still likely to be fairly light in nature. Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist

Office. • Rob Woodward welcomed Clare Barclay (UK CEO, Microsoft) and Michelle Lancaster (Director of Sustainability, Microsoft) to the meeting. They outlined and the Board discussed the opportunities, particularly in the light of COP26, they saw in the sustainability arena and what type of partnerships