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>> Who's Who at Weatherweb? << Dr. Simon Keeling MSc, PhD, FRMetS Okay, so the letters after the name may look impressive, but don't let that fool you; I'm actually a self-confessed weather anorak! As founder of Weatherweb.net it's my job to oversee operations here at the Weather Centre, advise and guide our reporters, and to make sure that you get the very best experience from Weatherweb. My passion is in communication the weather, and having worked in broadcasting here in the UK and Europe, I wantto bring great weather to a wider audience. After all, weather is what we all experience every day; its a fascinating subject but, until now, there have been very few outlets to explain how the weather works, why the forecast is as it is and also to explain uncertainties in the forecast. I have an MSc and PhD in meteorology from the University of Birmingham, but with every day I learn more about the weather, and to be honest with you, realise how little we know of how the weather works. I welcome your suggestions as to how Weatherweb.net can be improved and what you'd like to see here, so please do get in touch. And remember to 'keep the sun shining'! Captain Bob The identity of Captain Bob must remain a mystery, but all you need to know is that he (yes, we can confirm it is 'he') is considered one of the best long range forecasters around. Captain Bob's weather interest began back in the 1960's when he spent time in Australia. He returned to the UK in the mid-60's and has been observing and commenting on weather patterns ever since. Captain Bob takes a slightly unorthodox view of weather prediction. He uses computer model output, but also includes much analogues information, sea surface temperature and index techniques to improve his longer range guidance. He is always learning and is keen to expore the unfolding cyclical relation ships within the atmosphere and ocean and to investigate the effect they have on Europe's weather. What we can say is that his fingers are 'green' and he likes nothing more than 'letting off steam'. But will we ever know who Captain Bob really is? Richard Brown BSc - Weatherweb Reporter I'm a thunder and snow fan, and if both arrive at the same time - here's one happy chappy! Having studied Physical geography with Geography (dual honours) at Keele University, I am now undertaking an MSc in Applied Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham. It's lots of work, but great fun. The forecasting element is really interesting and I hope to carry on in this path and hopefully be a forecaster for a large company, and I also have the dream of some day being on television giving the report on the weather to either a local or national audience. Weather has been an interest to me since a I young. Remembering all the documentaries I used to watch I'm surprised I'm not running around America chasing the huge storms they have there. I still love watching those programmes even now. I have travelled a fair bit. I have been to Iceland and experienced their cold weather and big glaciers. Enjoyed the skyline of the Big Apple and the scorching heat of the Spanish desert as well as the culinary expertise of the Italians in the great city of Rome. Rugby is another of my passions, with Worcester Warriors my Club. Emily Hall - Weatherweb Reporter The weather has always been a particular fascination of mine, and after doing a little bit of forecasting within my degree it led me on to my current study of an MSc in Applied Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham. I am a geography student at heart, having studied Physical Geography at Sheffield University and taking every opportunity I possibly could to get out on field trips. I love to travel so have experienced my fair share of climates, from the humidity and monsoon rains of south-east Asia, the dry desert heat of California, the rainforests of northern Australia to the micro-climate of a New Zealand glacier. It’s the phenomena that the weather brings us which I find so interesting, particularly the power of a storm and the brilliant colours of a sunset, and I enjoy trying to capture those moments with a camera. Forecasting is an area that I wish to carry on within a career, and being a Weatherweb Reporter is the start of it! I feel I have learnt so much already, yet there is still so much more to take in. Forecasting is an ever improving area of science and hopefully I will be one to contribute to this. Eleanor Brafield - Weatherweb Reporter I first became interested in the weather when I got caught in Florida in the direct path of Hurricane Charley in 2004. I remember my dad trying to explain to me how the rain slants sideways in one direction first and then after the eye of the storm passes, it slants the other way. This left me wanting to know more and led to me studying Geography and Natural Hazards for an undergraduate degree. Weather quickly became my favourite area, but after not having done too much at an undergraduate level I wanted to study it further! This led me to my current position – studying for an MSc in Applied Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham. Although challenging at times I am thoroughly enjoying the course and am learning so much. I hope to obtain a career in forecasting and hope that reporting for weatherweb will be the start! Tara Gavin - Weatherweb Reporter I have always had a keen interest in weather. Throughout my academic career physical geography has been the area in which I have excelled most. Physical geography played a large part in my undergraduate degree and after taking numerous classes in meteorology and climate change, I knew it was the direction in which I wanted my career to progress. I am currently doing a masters degree in Applied Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham. I have already learned so much from this experience and know it is the first step towards my aspiring career as a weather forecaster. My main interests in weather forecasting include the relationship between weather variations and human behaviour. Having studied psychology as part of my undergraduate degree phenomena such as the Santa Ana winds in California, which are believed to affect the locals mood negatively, greatly intrigue me. I hope this new start as a Weatherweb Reporter will be my first step in becoming a forecaster. It may be a bit presumptuous to say...but keep an eye out for me on your television screens in the future! Garry Nicholson - Weatherweb Reporter Whether it was looking out for snow during the winter, or being entertained by crazy American news reporters standing in the path of a hurricane, I have a long-standing fascination and interest in the weather; including trying to understand the science behind the subject, taking recordings, and attempting to make forecasts. During the summer months I can often be found on a golf course somewhere, but have to admit being a fair weather golfer, so an accurate weather forecast is a must! I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Derby in Geography with Broadcast Media. I remember from my first day someone saying “you’re going to be a weatherman then..” but with no specific intent of that at the time! Gradually through doing weather related modules and a weather-based final year project I found that this was my greatest interest and something I would like to take further, rather than just a casual interest. I am now currently studying for a Masters degree in Applied Meteorology and Climatology at the University of Birmingham, whilst living in the heart of Derbyshire. This blog will give me a chance to develop my skills and gain further experience in the world of forecasting, as this is something I look to pursue in the future. John Lee - Weatherweb Reporter Biography coming soon.	>> Simon's weather musings << The latest from our team of weather bloggers (be one) Farmers beware, frosts ahead! By Simon Keeling in Wombourne, Staffs 08:55 15/5/2012 Clear skies and a northerly wind provide late frosts An improvement ahead, but then cold By Simon Keeling in Wombourne 13:10 10/5/12 Don't put the winter woolies away! >> Captain Bob's Dispatches << The latest from our team of weather bloggers (be one) Early June is looking better By Captain Bob in Kingswinford 16:00 16/5/2012 But summer remains elusive ‘Springing’ into summer? By Captain Bob in Wombourne 14:00 27/05/2012 Perhaps not just yet! >> Latest from Weatherweb Reporters << The latest from our team of Weatherweb reporters Weather for the week ahead By Emily Hall in Birmingham 09:55 13/05/2012 Saturday - a fine day for a good walk By Garry Nicholson in Darley Dale, Derbys 13:00 10/05/2012 Annual K2B 40 mile walk taking place Wet weather continues this week By Eleanor Brafield in Birmingham 10:56 07/05/2012 more heavy rain and flood warnings issued by the Met Office Satellite images By Emily Hall in Birmingham 18:50 04/05/2012 Chilly May Day weekend By Garry Nicholson in Darley Dale, Derbys 14:20 02/05/2012 Temperatures struggle so wrap up warm! >> Learning channel << Occluded Fronts - A Beginners Guide
>> Older forecast channel videos << Wednesday's Look Ahead - Head sctraching for the long term 1 Look Ahead - Frosty nights, but improving for June? It's good to be back! But what have you done with the weathe Back on-air Monday 14th May Look-Ahead and thoughts of an early May improvement 24/4/201	>> Latest climate & weather stories << UAH temperature data is late 9/12/11 Interesting piece on Blocking 8/12/11 Solar activity report for November 7/12/11 Days since a major hurricane 6/12/11 Day 8 of Independents Durban Diary 5/12/11