@MetMatters

MetMatters is the Royal Meteorological Society’s enthusiast blog for anyone fascinated by weather and climate! News, articles, travel guides, photos and facts.

 Reading, England
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John Morales@JohnMoralesTV2 Oct 2024
Thank you to the Royal Meteorological Society (UK) and @MetMatters editor @kirstymccabe for calling my @BulletinAtomic article on #Helene "a powerful read". The impacts of climate change are here and now—not a distant threat. Read here: rmets.org/metmatters/hurrica…

Hurricane Helene is a harbinger of the future

Something’s shifted. And it’s not just the climate. Hurricane specialist John Morales explains why he now looks at storms differently.

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In June 1944, a team of #meteorologists spotted a suitable #weather window for the Allied invasion of France. But how did they do it without modern technology? ow.ly/VR5E50Sazpz

D-Day landings and the most crucial weather forecast in history

In June 1944, a team of meteorologists spotted a suitable weather window for the Allied invasion of France. But how did they do it without modern technology?

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Thinking about mowing your lawn this weekend? Hang on! says @PippaGreenwood Find out why it's better to wait a little bit longer >> rmets.org/metmatters/gardeni… @MetMatters #metmatters @RMetS @HTAnews

Gardening tips for mild and wet weather

Unusually mild and worryingly wet weather is having an impact on most of us, and our gardens aren’t too impressed either! Renowned gardening expert Pippa Greenwood explains what we should and...

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Due to the adverse weather conditions, we have decided to postpone tomorrow’s careers information day - apologies for any inconvenience caused. We will update you on the new date in due course. xitter.cf/rmets/status/966587144…
Royal Meteorological Society@RMetS22 Feb 2018
Are you aged 14-20? Are careers related to #weather & #climate something you are considering? Come along to this FREE event and hear from people already working or studying in the field & universities offering undergraduate / postgraduate courses. ow.ly/HTXE30iebNf
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RMetS Jobs@RMetS_Jobs21 Feb 2018
Cold weather on the way - check out our article and 10-minute podcast on what is a sudden stratospheric warming event and how it will affect the weather in UK #uksnow #BeastFromTheEast theweatherclub.org.uk/node/4… @RMetS
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Our FREE online course 'Come Rain or Shine' starts again this Monday for 3 weeks! Sign up here: futurelearn.com/courses/come…
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Register for the future forecasting meeting on 20 Sep,inc. Weather Photographer of the Year announcement & exhibit! rmets.org/events/message-imp… xitter.cf/rmets/status/894453067…
Royal Meteorological Society@RMetS7 Aug 2017
Your chance to redesign the UKs future weather forecasts: have your say! ow.ly/Jj5t30e9V30 @metoffice @UniofReading @IOP @Grantham_IC
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Attention citizen scientists! Your help is needed to unearth 'lost' Ben Nevis weather data: rmets.org/citizen-scientists… #WeatherRescue
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Remembering the Floods: In summer 2007 a series of destructive #floods affected parts of the UK #floods2007
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Weather Photographer of the Year finalists announced! Vote for your favourite ow.ly/PIvU30dNMpt Image by Paul Kingston,2016 Favourite
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We're excited to announce a half-price membership #offer! Find out more about benefits+prices: rmets.org/SpecialOffers (Limited-time only)
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Have you signed up to join our FREE 3wk online course yet?? There's still time! futurelearn.com/courses/come… #FLRainorShine #weather #heatwaveuk xitter.cf/UniRdg_OOCs/status/877…

Understanding the Weather - Online Course - FutureLearn

Why does it rain? Where does wind come from? Explore the science behind weather patterns with the University of Reading and the Royal Meteorological Society.

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Uni of Reading Online Courses@UniRdg_OOCs20 Jun 2017
Let’s prevent this sorry sight and save our umbrellas! Sign up to our FREE 3wk course bit.ly/2FLros #FLRainorShine
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Our free online #weather course starts again this Monday! @UniofReading @FutureLearn xitter.cf/rmets/status/871003857…
Royal Meteorological Society@RMetS3 Jun 2017
Warm or cold front? Low or high pressure? What does it all mean? Find out on our FREE 3wk course! ow.ly/5uIq30c3Kzd #FLRainorShine
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24hrs to submit entries for Weather Photographer of the Year! Deadline midday tomorrow weather-photo.org #weathercomp (Image:K.Nowak)
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Meet the RMetS HQ staff! Find out more about the team or contact us here: ow.ly/s3JA30c3OYA
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Did you know? The Society has its own dedicated #weather & #climate website for #schools & #teachers? metlink.org @RMetS_MetLink
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Jenny Rourke Chair of Education Committee on @Hudsonweather Show discussing role of @metoffice Chief Meteorologist bbc.co.uk/programmes/p051t1p…
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There was an intense circumzenithal arc over Camberley, Surrey on Sat (13/05/17) evening around 1830-1900 - did anyone else photograph it?
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Study in @RMetS Weather journal explains science behind newly recognised cloud, asperitas ow.ly/9mVg30bCSDr @earth_wise (Image: WMO)
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Research in @RMetS Weather journal on mother-of-pearl clouds inspiring Munch's The Scream gaining attention #EGU17 bbc.co.uk/news/amp/39697256 xitter.cf/earth_wise/status/8564…
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