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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?
Climate Weather The State of the UK Climate 2020 29 July 2021 This summary of the UK's weather and climate throughout 2020 reveals the emerging influence of climate change. It is happening now, and this report helps illustrate and update the vital observational evidence.
Citizen Science Weather Flying Ant Day 09 July 2021 Did you know that rainfall radar can be hoodwinked by swarms of flying ants? Over several days each summer, we witness “Flying Ant Day” when ants take to the air to mate and disperse.
Citizen Science Weather Midwinter in Antarctica 05 July 2021 Gale force winds, temperatures of -30 °C and weeks of darkness. Winter in Antarctica may not seem like everybody’s cup of tea but for meteorologists, and many scientists alike, the coldest, driest and windiest location on Earth is the place to be.
In the Spotlight Weather Weather Photographer of the Year: Setting the scene - Rain 25 April 2021 Setting the scene for our next Weather Photographer of the Year.
In the Spotlight Weather April Showers 14 April 2021 It is a well-known piece of weather lore that showers are associated with the month of April. As with most weather lore, it has been in use for many centuries.
Weather When is air stable or unstable ? 01 February 2021 Meteorologists often talk about the atmosphere being either stable or unstable. But what does this mean?
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 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.