Local Forecasts, History & Records
Editorial pieces about Durham UK
This is one of those questions that seems simple on the surface, but when you scratch the surface a bit, it opens up a world of understanding about how we think about weather and climate. It’s something I often find myself explaining to visitors on the Durham Weather website, especially when we’ve just had a spell of odd or extreme …
If governments choose to deny or abandon mitigation of climate change, things will almost certainly get worse—and quicker too. The planet isn’t waiting around while politicians argue. It responds to the laws of physics, not opinion polls or election cycles. Let’s cut to it. If mitigation, meaning cutting greenhouse gas emissions, is abandoned, then emissions will just keep rising. That …
The Grace Darling storm – it’s the storm that immortalised a young woman and her father as national heroes, and it’s forever tied to the wild seas off the Northumberland coast. The actual storm doesn’t always get as much attention as the act of heroism itself, but it was a ferocious one – typical of the savage gales that can …
Durham Miners’ Gala 2025 Weather Forecast – Saturday 12th July “Leave the brolly at home – you won’t need it.” For once, we’ve got a proper peach of a forecast lining up for Gala day. No messing about. If you’re heading into Durham early to catch the banners, brass bands, speeches, or just to soak up the atmosphere with a …
Introducing a new page to the site. The Weather Map Page We have added the following info, all of which can be viewed for the next +7 days. Wind Speed with Animation Rainbow or Cold Warm Display The default is 10m above ground, but you can also select 20m, 64m, 128m, 210m, 307m 850mb, 700mb, 500mb and 250mb Satellite This …
The Eagle-eyed among you may have noticed a ‘Live Durham Weather’ option has appeared in the header bar. Clicking this will take you to the following page views. You’ll be able to see the current live conditions from the weather station in Durham. You can see the current temperature, the ‘feels like’ temperature, the dew point, todays rainfall, the humidity …
Sometimes, in the world of amateur meteorology, it’s not the technology that trips you up. It’s the humble bin. Yes, a bog-standard plastic bin. And not doing anything remotely interesting, just sitting there, quietly minding its own business. Or so I thought. I always try to validate my data Since I started logging daily weather readings here back in 2019, …
County Durham—my own stomping ground. It’s a place that doesn’t get nearly enough credit for its beauty, charm, and personality. Tucked neatly between Northumberland to the north and Yorkshire to the south, it’s one of those places in England where the landscape changes every few miles, and you’re never far from either a rugged hill, a windswept coastline, or a …
Exploring the Serene Beauty of England’s River Wear Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Northeast England, between the Tyne to the North and the Tees to the South, the River Wear winds its way through stunning valleys, historic cities, and charming countryside. With its rich heritage, diverse wildlife, and tranquil ambiance, the River Wear has become a beloved natural treasure …
What do people search for at Durham Weather? Here at Durham Weather, we are always interested in what others are searching for when they find us. The weather is of course very seasonal, and the popularity of certain subjects obviously changes with those seasons, especially in winter, when extreme weather captures people’s attention. In the last 12 months, the most …
How to choose a Weather Station When buying a weather station for the home, there are several important things to consider: Accuracy: The most important feature of any weather station is accuracy. Look for a weather station that provides accurate readings of temperature, humidity, wind speed, and rainfall. Accuracy is the most important feature of a weather station because accurate …
Weather and weather forecasting is now big business. Since 1976, i’ve continued to measure local weather, although several house moves around the North East (Ferryhill, Kirk Merrington, Langley Park) and a trip to college in Newcastle had made the weather measurements a little sporadic in the 90’s. However, they are more stable as I’m a stay-at-home retired creature now. I …