Snow in the UK is a (fairly) rare and wonderous thing. Forecasting snowfall is very important; it is obvious when things go wrong! In the first part of this mini series, Frank Barrow explains how to identify snowy weather scenarios.

From Cornwall's notorious mizzle to the Beast from the East, Frank Barrow reveals the secrets of the winter air masses that affect the UK.

Halloween can be a scary time of year when it comes to the weather. From ghost-grey fogs to howling gales, just about anything is possible.  Here’s a quick round up of some of the best spooky weather phenomena.

The storm names chosen for 2021-22 have been revealed – but did you, a family member or even your pet make the list? 

Ever looked at a synoptic or pressure chart and felt a bit lost? They can seem a bit daunting at first, what with all the different coloured lines, semicircles and triangles; but they are actually quite simple to interpret. And once you’ve got the hang of them, you’ll be able to tell at a glance what our weather is up to. 

Bear in mind: what goes up, must come down!

In many areas of the world, regional conditions give rise to winds that have been identified by the locals as having a special effect or occurring during a particular season. Quite often these winds are given a name by local inhabitants.

The Met Office, along with partners Met Éireann and KNMI have revealed the list of storm names for the UK, Ireland and Netherlands for the next season.

What are the differences between a Haboob, Sandstorm and Dust storm?