As the fastest warming continent, it comes as no surprise that Europe’s climate is rapidly changing. Millions of people were affected by extreme weather events in 2023, from widespread flooding to severe heatwaves and the largest wildfire ever recorded.

Since the first public weather forecast in 1861, predicting the weather has come a long way. It’s been a fascinating journey, so let’s take a look back, and peek into the promising future that lies ahead.

The arrival of spring flowers is a welcome sight for many. However, if you were wondering if they are blooming earlier these days, then you’d be right says Gemma Plumb.

Our weather photographer of the year competition has been running for nearly a decade. Here is a quick look back at the previous winners of the Public Favourite vote.

Unusually mild and worryingly wet weather is having an impact on most of us, and our gardens aren’t too impressed either! Renowned gardening expert Pippa Greenwood explains what we should and shouldn’t be doing right now.

Former TV meteorologist Claire Martin says little has changed since her aunt became the first female broadcast meteorologist for the BBC.

The 2023-2024 storm naming season is the most active since we began naming storms in 2015. MetMatters and the Met Office take a closer look at what's going on.

Extreme weather and climate change continued to dominate the headlines in 2023. MetMatters takes a look back at some of the year's highs and lows.

Tornadoes have been recorded on every continent except Antarctica, with North America at the top of that list for both frequency and severity. Allison Chinchar explains the key ingredients in tornado formation and location.