Reposted by Jo FarrowCarlow Weather @carlowweather.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Over 30k premises without power now as wind still gusts over 90kmh in South. No official stations have reported gusts above yellow warning but with trees still in leaf cover the impacts are bigger this time of year. Very mild evening up to 19c, wind will ease tonight but more heavy rain in East. 0223
Reposted by Jo FarrowExtreme Temperatures Around the World @extremetemps.bsky.social · 29/09/2026EUROPEAN HEAT WAVE Another exceptionally hot day in Western Europe with up to 33C in France and 30C in Germany and Belgium. ‼️Next 2 nights will be absolutely exceptional: We might see some tropical nights even in Benelux,Germany and UK. More than a typical summer night. 312579
Reposted by Jo FarrowMeteoGib @meteogib.bsky.social · 16/09/2026#Valencia #Barcelona - latest radar at 11:45pm, 16/09 Severe storms/ torrential rain affecting E/ NE Spain - a RED Alert was issued for the Barcelona coastal area for up to 90mm possible in an hour! 🔺️ Storms extending East across parts of the Balearics tonight. 051
Reposted by Jo FarrowMika Rantanen @mikarantane.bsky.social · 16/09/2026El Niño strengthening into unseen territory. The Niño3.4 region just reached a +3.0 °C anomaly (relative to the 1991–2020). Such a warmth has never been observed in September, and it's only a few hundredths of a degree away from the 2015 all-time record. 11484272
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 24/08/2026With high pressure slipping away, the weather is set to change. An Atlantic low pressure will bring showers, even thunderstorms, and a warm, muggy midweek before a mixed Bank Holiday weekend arrives.netweather.tvClassic Bank Holiday setup looms as models wobble over weekend rain prospectsWith high pressure slipping away, the weather is set to change. An Atlantic low pressure will bring showers, even thunderstorms, and a warm, muggy midweek before a mixed Bank Holiday weekend arrives. 031
Reposted by Jo FarrowEd Hawkins @edhawkins.org · 24/08/2026Over the weekend, a storm in the Baltic states caused significant disruption to power supplies and at least 2 deaths. An experimental reanalysis-based attribution approach suggests that ~20% more rain fell than if the same weather pattern had occurred in a world that was 1°C cooler. 514242
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Turns out it wasn't just bring yer brolly. It was bring your wellies today in #edinburgh 000
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 16/08/2026What a day in Segovia for #totalsolareclipse Reflections from 2026 in Spain and what to think about if you are tempted by August 2027 www.netweather.tv/weather-fore...netweather.tvChasing totality in Spain: planning ahead for August 2027 and reflections from 2026After 2026's total solar eclipse in Spain, focus shifts to August 2027 across southern Spain and northern Africa. From searing 40C heat to coastal low cloud, what to consider for Totality viewing 000
Reposted by Jo FarrowBritish Geological Survey @bgs.ac.uk · 16/08/2026Groundwater levels around the country are showing resilience, depsite widespread drought and the driest July on record, demonstrating their value as a crucial resource and indicating they could play a more significant role in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather. www.bgs.ac.uk/news/many-uk... 12810
Reposted by Jo FarrowQuentin Rey - Photographe d'orages ⚡️ @quentinrey.com · 12/08/2026L'éclipse vue du satellite MTG ! Quelle expérience! @eumetsat.int @eumetsat-users.bsky.social 22511
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Partial eclipse for the UK on Wednesday evening. Totality for Spain but will it be cloudy? #solareclipse Solar Eclipse weather for the UK's partial view, and European Totality share.google/cK7GCRGj742B...share.googleSolar Eclipse weather for the UK's partial view, and European TotalityWill the cloud stay away as the UK sees a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday evening, 12th August, with around 90 to 95% of the Sun covered? Totality takes place over Spain, NE Portugal and Western Ic... 010
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 10/08/2026The UK's fifth heatwave of the summer is on the way, with temperatures climbing to around 36C later this week. Rain remains elusive as more areas head to official drought with increasing strain on water supplies.netweather.tvNational Drought Group meets as Heatwave 5 looms and dry spell intensifiesThe UK's fifth heatwave of the summer is on the way, with temperatures climbing to around 36C later this week. Rain remains elusive as more areas head to official drought with increasing strain on water supplies. 021
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 06/08/2026The fresher turn won't last for all. NW Scotland will see a wet and windy start to the weekend. Further south, heat and high pressure look set to return with little sign of rain in the coming week.netweather.tvA weekend of contrasts: heavy rain for NW Scotland, returning heat in SE Britain with no sign of rainThe fresher turn won't last for all. NW Scotland will see a wet and windy start to the weekend. Further south, heat and high pressure look set to return with little sign of rain in the coming week. 041
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 04/08/2026After weeks of heatwave, fresher conditions are finally reaching more of the UK midweek. The hot, dry weather has been astonishing so far this summer.netweather.tvA change from the heat as historic July 2026 brings records to England and WalesAfter weeks of heatwave, fresher conditions are finally reaching more of the UK midweek. The hot, dry weather has been astonishing so far this summer. 041
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Waiting on the Scottish Football Association's response. "SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell and President Mike Mulraney will join an emergency meeting on Thursday called by European football’s governing body UEFA about the controversial plans." STV 010
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 27/07/2026More widespread heat for England and Wales this week, potentially reaching 35C by midweek. Meanwhile, northern Scotland, a chill in the air with welcome rain for the Cairngorm wildfire.netweather.tvHeat returns to England and Wales as northern Scotland records a frostMore widespread heat for England and Wales this week, potentially reaching 35C by midweek. Meanwhile, northern Scotland, a chill in the air with welcome rain for the Cairngorm wildfire. 032
Reposted by Jo FarrowAlejandro S. Borlaff @asborlaff.bsky.social · 24/07/2026NASA's Madrid Deep Space Communication Complex under smoke and flames from the forest fires in Spain. 24 July 2026. 7256105
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Cairngorm NP - Patchy light rain showing on Netweather Radar this morning. "Police Scotland has declared a major incident as emergency services continue to respond to the ongoing wildfire...strengthening winds...unpredictable fire behaviour and the spread of the wildfire towards #NethyBridge." 120
Reposted by Jo FarrowEd Hawkins @edhawkins.org · 04/07/2026Hotter and hotter and hotter www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 5436288
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 03/07/2026FIFA consider flash flooding and thunderstorm risk for England's Mexico City World Cup football match #MEXENG share.google/cdhAzZlRUxxx...share.googleFIFA consider flash flooding and thunderstorm risk for England's Mexico City World Cup football matchThe weather could shift England's World Cup schedule, with FIFA reportedly in talks to move the Mexico v England Round of 16 clash amid the risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in Mexico City. 100
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 28/06/2026"Only" 32.3C in Suffolk on Saturday. The heatwave is coming to an end this weekend but what an extraordinary June event it has been. #ukweather 020
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Noisy out there around 3:30am #thunderstorm over Lothian before moving out over North Sea 121
Reposted by Jo FarrowMika Rantanen @mikarantane.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Meteo-France: Tuesday 23 June 2026 was the hottest day ever recorded in France. The preliminary nation-wide average temperature reached 29.8 °C, surpassing the heatwaves in July 2019 and August 2003. 12813
Reposted by Jo FarrowEd Hawkins @edhawkins.org · 22/06/2026When looking at the full global picture it becomes obvious that we are now living in a much changed climate. In summer 1976, north-west Europe was a lonely hot spot in a sea of cooler temperatures. In summer 2025, the world is bright red. The climate is unrecognisable compared to 50 years ago. 5200123
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Thunderstorm over Home Counties,London #lightning Netweather Radar 110
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 17/06/2026As England face Croatia in Dallas, the city sits under a heat advisory. Temperatures in the 90sF. Tropical Storm Arthur has developed near the Texas coast, with torrential rain for Houston and Atlanta, and concerns about flash floodingnetweather.tvWorld Cup weather: Dallas Heat watch while Houston and Atlanta face deluge from Tropical Storm ArthurAs England face Croatia in Dallas, the city sits under a heat advisory. Temperatures in the 90sF. Tropical Storm Arthur has developed near the Texas coast, with torrential rain for Houston and Atlanta, and concerns about flash flooding 071
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 13/06/2026I happened to be wearing a blue and white dress for the STV Weather today. Excitement is building #HaitiVScotland 030
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 11/06/2026The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off across Canada, Mexico and the USA, with 48 nations competing. How will the weather impact games at the 16 stadium with concerns about extreme heat , and thunderstorms.netweather.tvShade, water breaks and air-con: How 16 World Cup stadiums handle the weatherThe FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off across Canada, Mexico and the USA, with 48 nations competing. How will the weather impact games at the 16 stadium with concerns about extreme heat , and thunderstorms. 131
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Artan was turned back at Miami International Airport & flown to Istanbul, despite travelling on a valid visa & the State Department’s own rules exempting participants in major sporting events from the travel ban. Border officers instead deemed him inadmissible, citing unspecified “vetting concerns”. 000
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 26/05/2026Nice dark shadow to the NE of the tall CB. Dots are lightning strikes (sferics) on Netweather Radar 010
Reposted by Jo FarrowEd Hawkins @edhawkins.org · 25/05/2026Yes, it’s roasting! istheukhotrightnow.com 05325
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 17/05/2026With the weather finally warming up, time to think about UV safety. Parliamentary inquiry calls for UV safety strategy to tackle preventable skin cancer crisis share.google/3nAmvUITEtm0...share.googleParliamentary inquiry calls for UV safety strategy to tackle preventable skin cancer crisisA parliamentary report calls UV overexposure a "preventable crisis", with 86% of melanoma cases avoidable. A national UV safety strategy has been recommended, looking at education, sunbeds and VAT on ... 000
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 14/05/2026The chilly northerly will finally ease this weekend as Atlantic systems move in. We have to wait until next week for the warmth, with bright spells and clusters of showers this weekend.netweather.tvMixed weekend ahead with showers and sunny spells before warmer air arrives next weekThe chilly northerly will finally ease this weekend as Atlantic systems move in. We have to wait until next week for the warmth, with bright spells and clusters of showers this weekend. 031
Reposted by Jo FarrowEdinburghMinute.com @edinburghminute.com · 10/05/2026🏆 It’s official: The Edinburgh Minute is the best local newsletter in the world! A Berlin postcard from me at @inmaorg.bsky.social in Berlin here: www.edinburghminute.com/officially-t... Back to normal tomorrow from 7am 💌edinburghminute.comOfficially the best local newsletter in the world!It doesn't get bigger than this for a tiny local newsletter. This award is yours too. 2315527
Reposted by Jo FarrowRGS-IBG Higher Ed @rgs-ibghe.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Interested in weather and climate? Join the Royal Meteorological Society for their next Diverse Voices webinar on 19 May with Manali Lukha. Hear from Manali about her journey from Geography and Geology into software development, and now to ITV News. Register here 👇 ow.ly/EQGY50YO0yuow.lyDiverse Voices: Weather and climate communication in the 21st centuryJoin us for the next event in our ‘Diverse Voices’ online series, in conjunction with Weather Change. These informal conversations are helping to amplify and celebrate the diversity of scientists working in and around the field of weather and climate in the UK. In this session, we will hear from one… 064
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Suspicions grow that Paris-CDG weather sensor was deliberately heated to win prediction market bets share.google/RrPnGNMBbNPs...share.googleSuspicions grow that Paris-CDG weather sensor was deliberately heated to win prediction market betsSuspicious temperature spikes at Paris-CDG airport on two April evenings have raised concerns about weather sensor tampering linked to large betting wins through US Polymarket. 011
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Nice back edge to an occluding cold front over #Linlithgow this morning, and visible on the @netweather.tv radar and satellite image. 11th April 000
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 11/04/2026Last weekend was Storm Dave, today its cool and blustery but if there was a power cut would you know who to call. For those who might need extra support, there is the Priority Services Register #PSR www.netweather.tv/weather-fore... 000
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 26/03/2026A changeable weekend ahead with blustery showers, hail and northern hill snow on Saturday. Rain from the northwest on Sunday. Nippy nights and a chilly wind.netweather.tvA chilly wind and changeable weekend weather for late MarchA changeable weekend ahead with blustery showers, hail and northern hill snow on Saturday. Rain from the northwest on Sunday. Nippy nights and a chilly wind. 041
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 20/03/2026Fair weather continues across the UK with above average temperatures by day but nippy nights. Storm Therese brings wet and windy weather to the Canary Islands.netweather.tvA fair spring weekend for the UK as Storm Therese churns over the Canary IslandsFair weather continues across the UK with above average temperatures by day but nippy nights. Storm Therese brings wet and windy weather to the Canary Islands. 031
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 12/03/2026The change from wet and windy weather to cold, frosty, clear conditions with #uksnow in Scotland 021
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 12/03/2026Rising temperatures and slushy snow are threatening the future of the Winter Games, with research suggesting that barely half of potential host locations may remain climate-reliable by the 2050s.netweather.tvThe future of the Winter Olympics as the Paralympics contends with slushy snow and spring warmthRising temperatures and slushy snow are threatening the future of the Winter Games, with research suggesting that barely half of potential host locations may remain climate-reliable by the 2050s. 031
Reposted by Jo FarrowAlly Tibbitt @allytibbitt.me · 10/03/2026"We now need to know: was AI involved in targeting this school? This is a crucial question. Were those children the collateral damage of an AI hallucination? ... We can’t let this moment pass." broligarchy.substack.com/p/is-this-th...broligarchy.substack.comThe Broligarchy's First World War?AI-guided weapons, two out-of-control authoritarians, no legal authority and a toxic mess of masculinity: welcome to the manosphere's first major conflict 021
Jo Farrow @jofwx.bsky.social · 05/03/2026Suggestions as a new sustainability/climate Book Group begins in East Lothian. Book titles, how to make it a good experience, with hope. #bookclub First meeting is on Saturday so I'm looking for ideas to take along. 230
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 04/03/2026Once the fog disappeared there has been lovely midweek sunshine. Pesky cloud will be tricky for the rest of this week and frontal rain from the NW on Thursday.netweather.tvSpring warmth in the sunshine but chilly as rain creeps in from the northwestOnce the fog disappeared there has been lovely midweek sunshine. Pesky cloud will be tricky for the rest of this week and frontal rain from the NW on Thursday. 031
Reposted by Jo FarrowNetweather @netweather.tv · 27/02/2026After last summer's hosepipe bans and drought, winter rainfall has been crucial for recovery. Early Met Office figures show it's been wetter than average - but the picture varies dramatically across the UK.netweather.tvFrom drought to deluge - a look at the UK's winter rainfall dataAfter last summer's hosepipe bans and drought, winter rainfall has been crucial for recovery. Early Met Office figures show it's been wetter than average - but the picture varies dramatically across the UK. 021
Reposted by Jo FarrowThe Guardian @theguardian.com · 17/02/2026A Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot review – a unique memoir by a figure of astonishing powertheguardian.comA Hymn to Life by Gisèle Pelicot review – a unique memoir by a figure of astonishing powerPelicot’s riveting account of her ordeal refuses to conform to any agenda but her own 115934