Weather systems
Overview of weather in the UK
In a hurry? Here's our quick guide to all you need to know about weather systems in the UK.
Which factors affect local weather in the UK?
Find out how latitude, relief, altitude and distance from the sea affect local weather conditions in the UK.
How do air masses affect UK weather?
Find out about the five air masses that affect the UK, and the weather they bring.
What weather do depressions and anticyclones bring?
Find out what weather conditions are brought by low pressure and high pressure systems.
How do synoptic charts and weather circles tell us about the weather?
Find out how to read weather maps and symbols.
Weather systems
Local weather in the UK is affected by various factors including latitude and relief, the five main air masses and depressions and anticyclones which produce distinctive weather characteristics.
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How do air masses affect weather in the UK? Video
Five main air masses affect the UK's weather, which impacts people and the economy.
What weather do depressions and anticyclones bring? Video
Depressions bring fronts and rain. Anticyclones bring settled weather.
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