Understanding the Weather of 2019
LOCATION
Fitzroy Road
Exeter
Devon
EX1 3PB
United Kingdom
This meeting reviewed the weather of 2019, highlighting notable events both in the UK and globally, aiming to put the events in context, and give accessible explanations of relevant research, without too much jargon. Topics that were covered include heatwaves, wildfires, and the connection between the Arctic and the rest of the world. This meeting was aimed at all Royal Meteorological Society members, from young to old, notably including amateur observers and members of the Climatological Observers Link.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
Meeting delegates will need to bring some form of photo ID with them to gain entry to the building - for non-UK Nationals, this MUST be a passport.
If you have any queries with regards to this event or require any further information please contact us at meetings@rmets.org
Agenda
14th Mar 2020 10:30 - 16:30
Time | Title | Speaker |
---|---|---|
10:30 | Registration, Tea and Coffee | - |
11:00 | Global climate context - where does 2019 rank? | - |
11:30 | Review of the UK weather during 2019 - An unexceptional year overall, but with some remarkable short-lived heatwaves | Dr I Simpson PhD |
12:00 | Heatwaves in 2019 | Dr M P McCarthy |
12:30 | Lunch and tour of the observation enclosure | - |
14:00 | Wildfires of 2019 | Mr M Perry |
14:30 | 2019: A Hydrological Summary | Mr S Turner |
15:00 | Refreshments | - |
15:30 | Weather, phenology and climate change; looking back at 2019 | L Whittle |
16:00 | Tropical Cyclone Stories | Dr L Tomassini |
Parking information
Those arriving at the Honiton Way traffic entrance will be met by a security officer who will direct you to parking.
Those arriving at the Emperor Way should use the intercom units at the traffic barrier to announce themselves. A security officer will speak to you via the intercom and direct you to parking.
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non members are welcome.
This meeting reviewed the weather of 2019, highlighting notable events both in the UK and globally, aiming to put the events in context, and give accessible explanations of relevant research, without too much jargon. Topics that were covered include heatwaves, wildfires, and the connection between the Arctic and the rest of the world. This meeting was aimed at all Royal Meteorological Society members, from young to old, notably including amateur observers and members of the Climatological Observers Link.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
Meeting delegates will need to bring some form of photo ID with them to gain entry to the building - for non-UK Nationals, this MUST be a passport.
If you have any queries with regards to this event or require any further information please contact us at meetings@rmets.org
Agenda
14th Mar 2020 10:30 - 16:30
Time | Title | Speaker |
---|---|---|
10:30 | Registration, Tea and Coffee | - |
11:00 | Global climate context - where does 2019 rank? | - |
11:30 | Review of the UK weather during 2019 - An unexceptional year overall, but with some remarkable short-lived heatwaves | Dr I Simpson PhD |
12:00 | Heatwaves in 2019 | Dr M P McCarthy |
12:30 | Lunch and tour of the observation enclosure | - |
14:00 | Wildfires of 2019 | Mr M Perry |
14:30 | 2019: A Hydrological Summary | Mr S Turner |
15:00 | Refreshments | - |
15:30 | Weather, phenology and climate change; looking back at 2019 | L Whittle |
16:00 | Tropical Cyclone Stories | Dr L Tomassini |
Parking information
Those arriving at the Honiton Way traffic entrance will be met by a security officer who will direct you to parking.
Those arriving at the Emperor Way should use the intercom units at the traffic barrier to announce themselves. A security officer will speak to you via the intercom and direct you to parking.
This meeting is part of the Royal Meteorological Society Meetings programme, open to all, from expert to enthusiast, for topical discussions on the latest advances in weather and climate. Free to attend. Non members are welcome.