Met Office

Met Office

Environmental Services

Exeter, Devon 43,959 followers

Global leaders in weather and climate science

About us

The Met Office combines weather and climate science and data with expert insights to help government, businesses, emergency responders and the public to make informed decisions based on the weather and our changing climate. Everything we do is based on world-leading science and enhanced by the close working relationships we have with partners around the globe. We collect and make sense of massive amounts of data every day, using cutting-edge technology to deliver it into the hands of the people that need it, when it matters. Our expert meteorologists tailor forecasts and weather warnings to the needs of individuals and organisations to ensure they have maximum impact. And in collaboration with international organisations, we're advancing global understanding of our changing climate through ground-breaking research that underpins critical services vital for UK resilience. We are the Met Office. This is world- changing work.

Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Exeter, Devon
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1854
Specialties
Weather forecasting, climate change, weather services, and weather consultancy

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    The Climate Ambassador programme, through nine regional hubs in England, helps education settings in the UK take action to become more environmentally sustainable and climate resilient – and to better prepare young people to live in a world with a changing climate. The Met Office is the host for the southwest regional hub for the Climate Ambassador Scheme, bringing together volunteers from a range of backgrounds to support local education settings in developing and implementing their Climate Action Plans. These plans cover four key areas: 👉 Decarbonisation 👉 Adaptation and resilience 👉 Biodiversity 👉 Climate education and green careers As part of this programme, we recently hosted our first Climate and Nature in Education event welcoming staff from councils, universities and education settings from across the southwest to take the first steps in developing their climate action plans and launching the Climate Ambassador scheme for the Southwest. Climate Ambassadors shared their expertise and facilitated action planning sessions in adaptation and resilience, leadership and policy, biodiversity and decarbonisations and climate change education. It was an inspiring day filled with enthusiasm from all the participants and we hope that collectively we inspired education settings early in their sustainability journey to take action. To find out more about the Southwest Hub for the Climate Ambassador Programme visit our website https://lnkd.in/extn4UFg or contact us at climateambassadors_sw@metoffice.gov.uk

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    Did you know extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense around the world with climate change? 🌡️ A detailed article, published today by Carbon Brief, explores how the field of attribution science has evolved over time and explains the key methods used today. The article includes comment from Met Office Science Fellow in Climate Attribution, Prof Peter Stott MBE. Read the article ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eg92wtYH Understanding the link between extreme weather and climate change is crucial for informed decision-making. At the Met Office Hadley Centre, our world-leading scientists are at the forefront of climate attribution science, helping to explain how our changing climate influences extreme weather events. Our expertise in this field comes from:   • Over three decades of climate research excellence   • State-of-the-art supercomputing capabilities   • Collaboration with global scientific partners   • Rigorous peer-reviewed methodologies Want to understand more about how we determine the role of climate change in extreme weather events? Visit our Climate Monitoring and Attribution pages ⤵️ http://bit.ly/4eGc8Q2 #ClimateScience #MetOffice #ClimateChange #WeatherScience #ClimateAction #UKScience

    Q&A: The evolving science of ‘extreme weather attribution’ - Carbon Brief

    Q&A: The evolving science of ‘extreme weather attribution’ - Carbon Brief

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    A unique collaboration between the Met Office and The Wildlife Trusts has driven a series of projects examining the impacts of weather and climate change on wildlife and their habitats across the UK.     Read more about our collaboration 👇  https://lnkd.in/eYAUQ3FS   Staff across the Met Office were invited to volunteer their time and expertise to lead and drive forward the research in close collaboration with experts from across The Wildlife Trusts.     All volunteers shared a passion for wildlife and a determination to help The Wildlife Trusts to understand and communicate their climate challenges.      Debbie Hemming, Scientific Manager at the Met Office and the person responsible for leading the creation of these projects said: “The dedication and professionalism of all the volunteers is what has driven these projects and made them such a success. Each of these projects has provided useful outputs that will help The Wildlife Trusts make appropriate decisions to support our wildlife through the challenges posed by climate change.”      Nigel Doar, Head of Science and Research at The Wildlife Trusts said this 👇    #greatplacetowork 

    • “We already know that climate change is a key threat to our native wildlife. These projects have given us some excellent scientific insights into some of those threats and the ways in which we might respond to them. This should help us to protect our native wildlife from further decline and create more resilient landscapes and seas.” 
Dr. Nigel Doar
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    Each year at the Conference of the Parties (COP) the World Meteorological Organization publishes an update to its annual State of the Global Climate report.     This year’s report states how 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous 2023 record. This is in line with the Met Office global temperature forecast in December 2023.     A number of global datasets, including the Met Office’s HadCRUT5 dataset, contribute to the temperature section of the report. The consensus of these datasets shows that the January – September 2024 period was 1.54°C above pre-industrial levels (1850-1900).     It is important to note that the long-term warming which is measured over a number of decades remains below the 1.5°C guard rail set by the Paris Agreement.    We have published a blog post reflecting on this latest evidence as well as an update to the current global warming level also included in the report. Latest calculations put current global warming at 1.3°C above pre-industrial levels.    More in our blog 👉 https://bit.ly/40P9lk6 

    • Global warming update as COP29 gets underway
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    The AI for High-Precision Weather Forecasting Showcase event will demonstrate how the ground breaking partnership with The Alan Turing Institute is driving innovation in the field of weather prediction.  Through the AI for Numerical Weather Prediction project, a new Machine Learning model for weather prediction – FastNet has been developed by the Met Office and The Alan Turing Institute.  The ultimate goal of this collaboration is to use the optimal blend of physics-based and ML-based modelling for UK weather prediction. Initial results have been encouraging and demonstrates the next step in weather prediction and the UK’s commitment to remain at the cutting-edge of weather forecasting.  Through collaborations like this, we aim to maintain the UK’s position at the cutting edge of weather prediction, generating the knowledge needed to inform decisions in infrastructure planning and weather sensitive sectors of the economy, through to emergency response.    Read our blog from 5 September https://bit.ly/4el3EO8 

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    Today alongside our partners the Met Office, we will be showcasing the AI for Numerical Weather Prediction project in Westminster. The event will discuss the transformative potential to create next-generation weather forecasts, building societal and economic resilience against the backdrop of our changing climate. Our collaboration with the Met Office has galvanised a new cross-disciplinary team and the exchange of knowledge and skills, which is accelerating innovation and driving forward the field of weather prediction. The partnership showcases the UK’s commitment to embracing new technologies to remain at the cutting-edge of weather forecasting. Dive into our work: https://bit.ly/3C8Uiri #AI4NWP #MetOfficeXTuring

    On the path to delivering next-generation UK weather forecasts

    On the path to delivering next-generation UK weather forecasts

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    The Sun has now reached its solar maximum period, which could continue for the next year, according to space weather experts. So what does this mean for us on Earth? ☀️ NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration and the International Solar Cycle Prediction Panel confirmed that the Sun has reached its solar maximum period. It’s this natural cycle of the Sun which has been responsible for aurora visibility in the UK in recent months. The solar cycle is an 11-year period from one solar minimum to the next. Solar minimum is when we see the fewest number of sunspots on the Sun’s surface, and solar maximum is the opposite. Our Space Weather Manager Krista Hammond explains what this could mean for aurora sightings in the UK. She said: “We’re now in the solar maximum phase, which means there’s more frequent sunspots and solar activity in general. “While it’s not possible to know precisely what this means for individual Earth-directed solar events, it does mean there will likely be further chances of aurora visibility in the UK in the coming months.” After the solar maximum phase, activity on the surface of the SUn will gradually reduce in the coming years as it transitions to solar minimum.  However, this transition doesn’t mean there won’t be Earth-directed space weather and the chance for further visible auroras at times. Get the details on solar maximum and minimum, and the role our forecasters play to minimise any potential impacts in the UK 👇 https://lnkd.in/eNErTYW9

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    You may well be familiar with our world-leading weather forecasts and climate projections. But did you know our tech and IT teams maintain the systems that deliver our science and services, helping people stay safe and be prepared for the future?  🌎 We’re proud to be featured on Great Place To Work UK's ‘Best Workplaces in Tech’ 2024 list – as well as being certified a ‘Great Place to Work’. This is all based on feedback from our staff who said the Met Office is a safe, fun and caring place where they are proud to work 👩💼 We have two new opportunities to join our technology teams and help us make a difference in the UK and around the world. We’re recruiting a Lead Technical Architect in Platform Technology to deliver technical solutions using advantaged technology. We’re also looking for a Senior Developer Manager to lead a dedicated delivery team, responsible for the development and maintenance of systems that handle and distribute vast amounts of critical data 🔢 We do our best to agree a suitable working pattern for everyone, offer a generous pension scheme, and give everyone plenty of time off. We also invest in learning and development for all staff, so they can reach their potential, and support their health and wellbeing at work and outside 🚵♂️ Find out more about the Lead Technical Architect role and apply ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/ehxh5Ude Find out more about the Senior Developer Manager role and apply ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/eZ2zGVRg Get an insight into Luke Carr's experience of working with us in technology ⤵  https://lnkd.in/eCXb99M3 #GreatPlaceToWork #TechForGood #UKBestWorkplaces

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    With the clocks going back this weekend and the darker evenings ahead, it’s a good time to think about winter and the severe weather we might experience throughout the season, such as ice, snow and storms. But in a recent survey, nearly half of respondents said they had been caught out by severe weather over the last year! The thing that bothered the public the most about British weather was how cold it gets, and more than a third were concerned by strong winds and storms. Through our #WeatherReady campaign we share simple tips and advice from our expert partners to help people be prepared for severe weather. Find out more about WeatherReady and how you can get involved 👇 https://lnkd.in/eRTRy5Gi

    • 43% of people have been caught unexpectedly by severe weather over the past year.

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    Did you know tea is the second most-consumed drink in the world? ☕ It's second only to water, and China is the world’s largest tea-producing country. But the quality and quantity of tea production is highly sensitive to variations in local weather patterns, and climate change is posing significant challenges to the tea industry in China, the UK and beyond. The Tea-CUP project (Co-developing Useful Predictions), involving scientists from the Met Office and China, is changing how climate services are delivered by developing actionable information to address the challenges of climate change within the tea industry. Read our press release ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gtNRhjte Find out more from our lead author Stacey New ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gTsWNZNF

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    ☕ Grab your favourite cup of tea and read our latest paper! I am thrilled to announce that our paper, "Towards a Climate Service for the Tea Industry: A Collaborative Approach between the UK and China" (https://lnkd.in/e9Yzb6SC), has been published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences! This publication illustrates the incredible teamwork and enthusiasm of our brilliant team of scientists from the Met Office (Nicola Golding, Dr Elisabeth Thompson, Rosie Oakes, Jennifer Weeks, Amy Waterson) Yunnan University of Finance and Economics, University of Leeds (Nicola Bown, Tongwen Zhao), Beijing Normal University, and the Institute of Atmospheric Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Our joint efforts have brought together diverse perspectives and expertise, resulting in a collaborative and exciting project for improving decision-making in the tea industry. The Tea-CUP (Co-developing Useful Predictions) project, which forms the basis of our paper, focuses on developing climate services that support tea farmers and stakeholders to better understand and adapt to climate variability and change. By co-developing these services with users, we ensure that the information provided is both usable and useful, fostering global knowledge sharing and driving innovation. This project has been a true team effort, involving close engagement and joint research with tea growers in China and the UK. The exchange of knowledge and experiences has enriched our understanding and highlighted the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach to climate services development. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together so far and grateful for the opportunity to work with such a talented and dedicated team. This publication is just the beginning! Feel free to contact me through DM or email me at stacey.new@metoffice.gov.uk if you’d like to find out more! #ClimateScience #TeaIndustry #Tea #ClimateServices #Research #Collaboration

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    Adam Scaife, Head of Monthly Decadal Prediction at the Met Office, has recently published “The Little Book of Weather” as part of the new “Little Books of Nature” series from Princeton University Press. Adam brings a personal touch to the subject matter, sharing his unique perspective and eclectic anecdotes gathered throughout his long career at the Met Office. Adam’s diverse scientific interests are evident in the range of topics covered in The Little Book of Weather. He delves into historical tipping points influenced by weather, such as Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia. These sections offer a fascinating glimpse into how weather has shaped human history in profound ways. For those interested in the science behind it, there are sections on climate variability, a topic closely related to Adam's day job at the Met Office. A clear labour of love, this delightfully presented book promises to captivate anyone with a curiosity about the natural world. The pocket-sized book is divided into 72 sections, each packed with knowledge and illustrations of fascinating weather facts and insights. Perfectly designed for dipping in and out of, if you’re interested in your own copy, The Little Book of Weather is available through Princeton University Press or local bookshops.

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