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The Evolution of Weather Forecasting: from weather charts to monthly predictions
09 April 2024

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.

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The state of water vapour
02 April 2024

We all know water can exist as a liquid, gas or solid, but did you know that evaporation, condensation, sublimation and deposition all occur all the time? Sylvia Knight explains more.

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Climate In the Spotlight Weather
The early arrival of spring flowers
28 March 2024

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.

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World Meteorological Day and the State of the Global Climate: The frontline of climate action
23 March 2024

The theme for 2024's World Meteorological Day is "At the frontline of climate action" – very apt following the State of the Global Climate report.

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Weather Photographer of the Year: The Winners of the Public Favourite Category
14 March 2024

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.

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In the Spotlight Weather
Gardening tips for mild and wet weather
10 March 2024

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.

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International Women's Day 2024: We are all so much more than the clothes we wear
08 March 2024

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

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10 weather terms people often get wrong
29 February 2024

There are surprisingly strict definitions for a host of weather-related phenomena. Read on to find out what the polar vortex actually is, the difference between rain and showers, and why it’s redundant to say “a tornado touched down”.

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MetMatters guide to hail
21 February 2024

Whether it’s the patter of tiny pellets or the pounding of marble-sized missiles, hailstones command our attention. But do you know how hail forms or why it's more dangerous in summer?

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