Tag Archives: mild weather

What’s ‘in store’ this Christmas?

Posted on 21 December, 2015 by Met Office Press Office

With Christmas just a few days away, it looks like the current mild weather is affecting our shopping habits during one of the most important shopping periods of the year. Christmas is a key trading period for suppliers and retailers, … Continue reading →

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A tale of two halves for February and winter

Posted on 28 February, 2012 by Met Office Press Office

As February and winter draw to a close, early statistics show that both have been stories of two halves. We often talk about why you can’t pre-judge a month or a season at its half-way stage, and the latest figures … Continue reading →

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Warmest February day since 1998

Posted on 24 February, 2012 by Met Office Press Office

Yesterday saw many parts of the UK enjoying sunshine and exceptionally mild weather for the time of year. The highest temperature recorded yesterday was 18.7 °C at Coleshill, Warwickshire, making this the warmest February day in the UK since 1998. … Continue reading →

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Is it really that mild?

Posted on 21 December, 2011 by Met Office Press Office

Over the next few days we’re expecting maximum temperatures of up to 13 deg C in places, with fairly widespread mild temperatures expected in most places both by day and night. This is in stark contrast to this time last … Continue reading →

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