Our judges have been deliberating for weeks over this year’s entries for our annual Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year competition, here's the shortlist.

Phenology gives an indication of nature's response to weather and climate. Judith Garforth explains why we should add a tree to our weather stations.

Ashley, Bert and Conall. Nope, it’s not the class register for a new school year, but the first three names chosen for the 2024 to 2025 storm season. Find out why we name storms and whether your name is on this year's list.

You've probably heard of ensemble forecasts. But did you know how much of a role they play in today's forecasts? Ken Mylne illustrates the real power of an ensemble.

There's more to the colour of the sea than you might think. Hayley Evers-King explains how satellite observations help reveal what lies beneath the blue, or not so blue, waters.

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.

Summer 2024 has not won many fans (aside from slugs and snails). Cool, cloudy and wet aren’t ideal conditions for barbecues, summer festivals or sporting events, but are we being unrealistic?

Does the weather affect voter turnout? MetMatters takes a look back at previous general elections in the UK.

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.