October 26, 2026
Cold spells are becoming milder and less frequent due to climate change
Global warming is making cold spells less frequent, less intense, and smaller across most of the Northern Hemisphere.
October 19, 2026
NCAS maintains Silver TIDE Award for commitment to inclusion
The National Centre for Atmospheric Science has been awarded a Silver Talent Inclusion and Diversity Evaluation (TIDE) Award.
October 16, 2026
Supporting colleagues through menopause
World Menopause Day is an opportunity for us to raise awareness, start conversations, and make sure everyone feels supported at work.
October 12, 2026
What are the public priorities for the future of atmospheric science in the UK?
A new public dialogue will explore how people across the UK think about atmospheric science and its future priorities, led by NERC and Sciencewise.
October 7, 2026
Whirl-puffs, welkin, and weathermongers: The history of weather language
Explore the history behind everyday words like temperature, storm, and forecast.
October 1, 2026
International ocean expedition is set to advance understanding of climate-critical marine emissions
An international ocean expedition investigates how remote ocean environments influence the Earth’s atmosphere and climate system.
September 29, 2026
NCAS researchers advise UK Government Office for Science about El Niño impacts on the UK
Dr Ioana Colfescu and Dr Akshay Deoras participated in an expert roundtable about the likely impacts of El Niño over the coming year.
August 27, 2026
Oceans are warming – what does it mean for the world?
The world’s oceans are hotter than ever before, as climate change combines with a powerful El Niño.
August 17, 2026
Wildfire smoke and heat create indoor air quality challenge for UK households
Smoke particles infiltrated homes in Greater Manchester during July’s Pennine wildfires, even with windows closed.
August 12, 2026
Why is climate change causing drought and heavy rainfall?
Climate change is increasing weather extremes, so a location can experience both severe drought and severe flooding within the same month, season, or year.
August 10, 2026
NCAS early career researchers inspire the next generation through I’m a Scientist
Early career colleagues at NCAS have been helping school students across the UK discover atmospheric science through the I'm a Scientist programme.
August 6, 2026
What does climate change mean for drought?
Climate change is increasing evaporation and drying soils faster, causing droughts to develop more quickly, become more severe, and affect new regions.