All news on the topic: Met Office

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A 10-year-old girl was killed in a mudslide during a school trip to Yorkshire
A schoolgirl has died after getting caught in a mudslide during a school trip near Carlton Bank in Yorkshire yesterday.
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Weather maps turn bright purple and orange as snow to sweep Britain this weekend
Come Saturday, forecasters expect a huge new weather front including snow and stormy conditions to careen through huge sections of the UK, which will last until Monday
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Double snow bomb forecast to hit UK - exact time Arctic blast will strike
A 'double snow bomb' looks likely to hit parts of the UK as the weather turns colder. Forecasters say temperatures will dip to-2C in some areas from tomorrow, as wintry conditions hit in northern areas
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King Charles' reign has been rainier than any other monarch's rule on record
King Charles' reign has been the wettest of all ruling monarchs since 1836 - as scientists say a warmer Earth has resulted in a soggier atmosphere and increased rainfall
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More than 100mm of rain to batter UK - but Met Office aren't worried yet
The Met Office forecasts 109mm of rain to fall in just 48 hours this week in some places - that is more than four inches - but forecasters have explained why no weather warnings are in place
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Exact date -5C freeze will sweep Britain as spring kicks off with frosty start
The country's weather is set to change yet again next week with temperatures set to plummet once again on a specific date - just before the official arrival of spring
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UK flood map shows millions of Brits facing horror deluge after non-stop rain
The Environment Agency has launched a fresh list of areas which could be impacted by flooding this week - Brits have been told to brace themselves for severe downpours across the UK
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Incredible weather maps turn purple and red as UK to be battered by more snow
The Met Office alludes to temperatures remaining relatively low in its long-range forecast while other forecasters - such as those at Metdesk - suggest this will lead to more snowfall
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UK weather washout for days with heavy rain ahead of rare snow storm
Forecasters at the Met Office say Monday will bring grey cloud and drizzle for Brits but the weather could take a drastic turn amidst warnings of a rare phenomena bringing 5 inches of snow
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Massive European rain storm about to smash into 'murky' Britain today
Weather maps show rain moving into Britain from Europe as most of the country is set to experience downpours and cloudy skies on Sunday. Temperatures will feel cold, forecasters say
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Weather maps turn purple in rare snow phenomenon as temperature plummets to -2C
Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW) can cause a significant drop in temperatures - with WXCharts forecasting up to five inches of snow and lows of -2C in a rare weather phenomenon
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New snow maps show when 5 inches will dump as 'once-in-250-year' event strikes
Snow is being tipped to fall across the UK next week thanks to a rare weather event high up in the atmosphere, which is expected to send temperatures plummeting
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UK snow fears as 'rare phenomenon' in atmosphere could bring 'widespread cold'
Exacta Weather forecaster James Madden said sudden stratospheric warming (SSW) is under way, possibly "bringing more meaningful cold and snow from March".
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UK to be frozen by 5cm of fresh snow an hour within days – full list of areas
Weather forecast maps show snow heading towards the UK thanks to a blast of cold air from a new high pressure system, with some areas seeing more than 5cm fall per hour
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New UK weather maps show exactly where 641-mile wall of rain and snow will hit
The UK is set to be hit by a huge wall of rain and snow as the latest weather maps have turned rainbow-coloured, with areas from Inverness to Plymouth set to be affected
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New map shows exactly where and when terrifying 'snake' storm will hit
A 'snake' shaped storm can be seen curled across the British Isles in coming days amidst warnings of a possible Sudden Straospheric Warming which could bring an onslaught of snow and freezing temperatures
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Snow maps show UK will be hit next week - up to four inches forecast
The UK is set for a return to frosty conditions next week after the current mild spell with temperatures plummeting and snow to fall in some areas - which could be four inches deep
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'Once-in-250-year' weather event could appear over UK - sending temps below zero
The Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW) - which is said to happen once in every 250 years - is currently increasing temperatures high in the stratosphere, creating knock-on effect of cold weather on the ground
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Half of average month's rainfall to batter country in weekend washout
March is set to become another wet month, following the rainy February, as downpours will batter most of the UK throughout the weekend - and it'll be particularly windy
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Forecaster says 'it's more likely to snow at Easter than at Christmas'
Despite Brits' love of white Christmases, a forecaster has revealed it is more likely to be a snowy Easter than during the festive period - with even more rain on its way
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UK weather maps show huge wall of rain to soak entire country later this month
Next weekend will be a cold and wet one for the whole of the UK as a 450-mile rain bomb hits the country, from England to Scotland, bringing freezing temperatures and wind
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Flood warnings across the UK with 35 urgent alerts as public told 'act now'
Dozens of flood warnings and alerts are in place after huge rainfall this morning which has caused rivers to burst their banks amid fears for homes and businesses across the UK
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New maps show where and when 545-mile long wall of snow and rain will hit
More snow and rain is set to hit UK, with weather maps revealing exactly where its about to arrive. It comes as England and Wales had their respective warmest Februarys on record
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New maps show three dates snow set to hit UK this month as temps plummet
The worst of the wintry weather is expected in the Scottish Highlands on March 5, 6, and 16 while other parts of Scotland could also be affected