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2022 Heatwave 'Will Be Average by 2060' Says Met Office

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Summary: Last year's record-breaking UK heatwave could become the average by 2060, and by 2100, it may be cooler than an average year, according to the Met Office 's report. The warmest year on record in the UK was 2022, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees centigrade for the first time in history. Human-induced climate change is considered a significant factor behind the extreme heatwave and warming trends. Addressing climate change promptly is crucial, as delaying action will only lead to greater challenges in the future. 2022 also experienced contrasting weather patterns, with periods of drought, followed by some of the...

Weather Warning: England & Wales to See One Month's Worth of Rain in 48 Hours, Met Office Warns

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Summary: The UK is experiencing a severe weather warning with a month's worth of rain expected in 48 hours. The jet stream, a key factor, is causing stagnant weather patterns in the UK, while a heat dome affects Southern Europe. Weather experts predict no significant improvement in the weather for the next 10 days. The UK's comparatively moderate climate offers relief from scorching temperatures and wildfires experienced in other parts of Europe. The current weather conditions are partly linked to manmade climate change, according to experts. ...

Weather's Impact on Summer Holidaymakers: Delays and Challenges Ahead

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Summary: Persistent rain and a rail strike have caused delays and disruptions for summer holidaymakers in the UK. More than two million people are expected to fly out for vacations, and e-gates are now available for quicker immigration processes upon their return. Passenger and tourist numbers have rebounded to pre-COVID levels, offering hope for the travel industry's recovery. The summer holiday season in the UK has kicked off with traditional British weather causing delay...