The dew point is the temperature at which air becomes fully saturated with water vapour, causing condensation — and it’s one of the most important measures for understanding humidity, comfort, and weather forecasting. What [...]
Clouds are often seen as nothing more than fluffy white masses floating in the sky, but there is much more to them than meets the eye. With their ever-changing shapes and movements, clouds have [...]
In meteorology, the 528 line is a crucial concept, especially when it comes to predicting winter weather. This line, often seen on weather charts, helps meteorologists determine whether precipitation will fall as rain or [...]
As temperatures rise, especially during the summer months, you might often hear weather reports mentioning the “heat index.” But what exactly is the heat index, how is it calculated, and why is it crucial [...]
Colourful Sunrises and Sunsets Have you ever seen a breathtaking sunrise or sunset painted in hues of pink? It can be a truly great sight. But what causes these colourful sights? Let's dive [...]
The jetstream is a powerful and enigmatic force of nature that plays a crucial role in shaping the weather patterns around the globe. This high-altitude, fast-moving air current is a key player in the [...]
We are fortunate to have access to various suppliers of weather data - all of which tend to interpret the weather patterns and data bases slightly differently! The Norwegian Meteorological Institute we particularly [...]
Snowflakes are one of the most fascinating and beautiful wonders of nature. Each snowflake is a unique and intricate masterpiece, formed from tiny ice crystals that come together to create the delicate patterns we [...]
The Perserverance Rover was launched by NASA on 30th July 2020 and landed on Mars on 18th February 2021. It's planned to be live for at least one Mars year (about 687 Earth [...]
Wind is a natural phenomenon that affects our daily lives in various ways. From gentle breezes to powerful gusts, the movement of air has fascinated humans for centuries. In particular, wind gusts have both [...]
Air pressure is an essential component of our planet's atmosphere, playing a crucial role in various weather phenomena. It is defined as the force exerted by the weight of the air molecules above a certain [...]
All airports regularly publish data as to the latest weather conditions. These are know as METAR reports (METeorological Aerodrome Report) and there are ca. 77,000 available worldwide (you can pop over here to see [...]
Here's the latest warnings for Crondall, London, South West and South East England. They are compiled from information from Meteoalarm, who also provide an excellent European overview of all extreme weather covering Wind, Snow, [...]
Here are the latest warnings issued by the Met Office for the whole of the UK If you want to see just those for Crondall, London, South West and South East England. then go here [...]
The UK Met office starting naming storms in 2015. They issue the names each September and the list runs from early September until late August in the following year. A storm is named when it [...]
