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Weather What is a heat dome? 11 August 2021 The scorching heat, record-breaking temperatures and wildfires that have devastated parts of North America and Europe this summer have been attributed to a “heat dome”. But what exactly is a heat dome and how do they form?
In the Spotlight Weather Weather Photographer of the Year: Setting the scene - optical phenomenon 28 May 2021 Many of the most amazing pictures submitted to 'Weather Photographer of the Year' showcase optical phenomena, but what causes them..?
In the Spotlight Weather Weather Photographer of the Year: Setting the scene - lightning 09 April 2021 Alongside the Weather Photographer of the Year competition, we look back at photos which have made sparks fly !
Weather What is a sting jet? 17 November 2020 We take a look at the 'Sting in the tail' to some active depressions with 'broken' fronts!
Weather Aurora Borealis 11 November 2020 What is the science behind the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis? Find out and maximise your chances of witnessing this incredible spectacle!
Weather Is the jet stream weakening? 23 September 2020 What is the jet stream and how does it have such an impact on our weather? Simon Lee reminds us.
Weather Haboob, Sandstorm or Dust Storm? 01 July 2020 What are the differences between a haboob, a sandstorm and a dust storm?
Weather How Are Rainbows Formed? 28 April 2020 Rainbows are one of the most admired meteorological phenomena across the globe, but how are they formed?
Weather What is upward lightning? Over the past few years, Dakota USA native Tom A Warner and his colleagues have been filming lightning on high-speed cameras. In total, they have captured 776 naturally occurring lightning flashes with recording speeds as high as 100,000 images per second.