October 7, 2026
Whirl-puffs, welkin, and weathermongers: The history of weather language
Explore the history behind everyday words like temperature, storm, and forecast.
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October 7, 2026
Course: Study atmospheric science
Applications are now open for our Introduction to Atmospheric Science course, coming in February 2027.
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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.
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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.
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September 15, 2026
Job Opportunity: Head of Observations
We are looking for a Head of Observations to lead and shape the future of NCAS’s atmospheric measurement and observational science capability.
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September 3, 2026
Course: Study scientific computing
Applications are now open for our Introduction to Scientific Computing course, coming in November 2026.
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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.
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August 20, 2026
Job Opportunity: Operations Director
We are looking for an Operations Director to help shape the future of the National Centre for Atmospheric Science.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.