January 2005

The Met Office is pleased to be supporting Einstein Year, in particular the 'Weather' theme which is launched during February 2005. A range of pages have been provided, containing a range of experiments, quizzes and fact sheets relating to weather. There is even a quiz which pupils can complete to win a prize.

November 2004

A set of four posters, designed to help teachers and students identify common weather situations using spectacular satellite imagery, has been produced. Situations covered include low pressure, thunderstorms, Arctic air stream and cold front.

June 2004

A study of the climate of south-west England has recently been added to the historical weather events section. This covers the elements of temperature, sunshine, rainfall, snow and wind.

March 2004

Three new lesson plans have recently been added to the curriculum learning centre. These cover the topics of Understanding Weather Charts, Anticyclones, Depressions and Fronts and Weather Observing.