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Climate Weather Ten ways to dry laundry outside all year round 25 July 2024 The British weather can be particularly challenging when it comes to hanging out your washing. So here are our MetMatters top tips for drying clothes outside.
Weather Sea breeze circulation 27 June 2024 You can't beat a refreshing breeze from the sea on a hot summer's afternoon. Frank Barrow explains the set up behind this local wind, and why local knowledge can beat the supercomputer.
In the Spotlight Weather D-Day landings and the most crucial weather forecast in history 05 June 2024 In June 1944, a team of meteorologists spotted a suitable weather window for the Allied invasion of France. But how did they do it without modern technology?
Weather 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”.
Climate In the Spotlight Weather Worst air quality in the world: wildfire smog smothers New York 12 June 2023 New Yorkers were unable to be outside for more than 5 minutes due to the smog. Mike Favetta explains how Canadian wildfires hundreds of miles away had such an effect.
Climate In the Spotlight Weather Stunning images from the newest European weather satellite 11 May 2023 The first image from the new generation of European weather satellites reveals incredible detail, even at higher latitudes over Europe. Gemma Plumb takes a closer look at what this means for forecasters.
In the Spotlight Weather A brighter forecast for women in science On International Women's Day, Met Office scientist Alice Lake reflects on how the gender balance has affected her over the years.
Weather Foggy tales 16 October 2022 Why is it that fog often forms in autumn and winter, and is there an easy way to predict when it will clear? Kirsty McCabe takes a closer look through the gloom.
In the Spotlight Weather An artist’s view of the meteorology of Mallaig 14 September 2022 Dramatic skies and stormy seascapes have inspired many an artist over the years, such as the American Jon Schueler. His abstract paintings may not be a literal reproduction of the Scottish scenery, but can you spot the meteorology in his masterpieces? MetMatters asked Magda Salvesen, Schueler’s widow and curator of his estate, to select five of her favourite paintings and tell us more about them.