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Atmospheric Rivers

Atmospheric Rivers

A long, narrow corridor of concentrated... · Extreme precipitation, often leading to...

Blocking Highs

Blocking Highs

Persistent high-pressure weather system · Blocks the usual west-to-east movement of...

Systems: NASA data shows the Northern Hemisphere's polar vortex is stronger than average for mid-September 2026
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Arctic polar vortex strengthens, El Niño

NASA data shows the Northern Hemisphere's polar vortex is stronger than average for mid-September 2026. Seasonal guidance analyzed by Severe Weather Europe indicates a potential weakening of the vortex in January and February 2027, a signal supported by the ongoing very strong El Niño event.

18 Sep 2026
Low pressure systems are bringing cooler, wet, and windy weather to the UK this week, following a hot Sunday
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UK weather turns cooler with wet and windy

Low pressure systems are bringing cooler, wet, and windy weather to the UK this week, following a hot Sunday. Northern areas face the strongest winds and rain, with conditions settling midweek.

7 Sep 2026