extreme weather
How storms affect our mood
The unstoppable power and might of stormy weather can remind us of our place in the world. Ellie Harrison explores why rain falling on a roof calms us down and why the sound of wind stimulates us...
UK heatwave: what caused it, the impact on the countryside and what's next for the forecast?
TV weather presenters and meteorologists John Hammond and Sara Thornton offer insight into the current UK heatwave, looking at the impact it has had on the countryside and predict what's next for the forecast.
How the UK's seasons are changing and the impact on the countryside
From summer droughts to mild winters and snowy snaps in spring, the UK seasons appear to be changing. Our expert seasonal weather guide considers if and how the seasons are changing and the potential impact for nature.
UK weather 2018: how the extreme weather has impacted on the countryside
2018 has been a year of exceptional temperatures. The winter was long and cold, and reached a crescendo with Storm Emma, the ‘Beast from the East’. After a brief hot spell in late April, the unseasonably cold weather returned. June and July, in contrast, were unusually hot and dry. We take a look at how the natural world and the farming industry have coped with the extreme weather