Meteorological Collection (page 93)

Ozone hole prediction. Computer model showing Antarctic ozone levels from 1974 to 2054 if chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), the chemicals widely blamed for destroying ozone

Storm waves, Dorset coast
Storm waves off the coast at Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK. Photographed during a storm on 10th March 2008

Clouds, Dorset
Clouds at the Avon Causeway near Christchurch, Dorset, UK. In these very unsettled conditions, cumulus clouds are forming rapidly and developing into thunder clouds

Snowy landscape, Dorset
Snowy landscape on Cranborne Chase, Dorset, UK

Cumulonimbus clouds
Cumulonimbus capillatus clouds. These are cumulonimbus clouds, the upper part of which is fibrous (or cirriform). Cumulonimbus capillatus clouds can grow to great heights

Desert wildflowers. Mexican gold poppies (Eschscholzia mexicana, orange) and owls clover flowers (Orthocarpus sp. pink) at a roadside

Algodones dunes, California
Algodones dunes. Desert primrose flowers (Oenothera deltoides, white) and desert sand verbena flowers (Abronia villosa, pink) in protected desert sand dunes

Desert flowers. Desert primrose flowers (Oenothera deltoides, white) and desert sand verbena flowers (Abronia villosa, pink)

Water droplets

Frost-covered branch. Hoar frost on a leaf and twigs of a tree. Hoar frost results when heat is lost through radiation into the open sky on cold clear nights

Dewdrop on a leaf. Close-up of a droplet of water about to drip off the end of a leaf. Dew is formed when the air cools down, and the water vapour it contains condenses out onto a surface

Desert rockcress (Sibara deserti) seedlings in cracks. High rainfall during an El Nino event has enabled the seedlings to germinate. Photographed in Eureka valley dunes, California, USA

The Americas, satellite image. Oceans are blue and land is green and brown. City lights (yellow) in dark areas show areas of dense population

Lightning over Salt Lake Valley, Utah

A page from the Illustrated London News, 1951, showing a reconstruction of Dr. Merryweather of Whitbys Tempest Prognosticator, and an illustration detailing how the device works

Hurricane Epsilon, satellite image
Hurricane Epsilon. Satellite image of hurricane Epsilon over the central Atlantic Ocean on 4th December 2005. This hurricane remained in the central Atlantic Ocean, never making landfall

The Arctic, night-day satellite image
Asia, night-day satellite image. This composite image of the Earth is set against a background of stars, and is centred on the continent of Asia. North is at top

Earth and Hurricane Dean, 20 August 2007
Earth and Hurricane Dean, satellite image. North is at top. Hurricane Dean is the large rotating cloud system (white) at upper left, in the western Caribbean, to the east of Mexico

North America, satellite image
North America. Satellite image of the Earth, set against a background of stars, centred on the continent of North America. North is at top. Clouds (white) are seen in the atmosphere

Dew laden spider web

Saturn, Cassini infrared image. This view is of a region of Saturns northern hemisphere. A section of the rings (blue) is visible at upper left

Meteorological Station in Space

Flying to Rainbow
Until the invention of the aeroplane, it wasn t possible to conduct first-hand investigation of such meteorological phenomena as the rainbow

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"Captivating Meteorological Wonders Unveiled: From Krakatoa Sunsets to Tornadic Supercells" Witness the breathtaking beauty of a Krakatoa sunset, an ethereal masterpiece painted across the sky in vibrant hues after the volcanic eruption of 1883. Frost-covered trees and Glastonbury Tor transform into enchanting winter wonderlands, where nature's delicate touch creates a mesmerizing sight that captivates all who behold it. The United Kingdom transformed into a snow-covered paradise during January 2010, as blankets of white gracefully draped over landscapes, turning ordinary scenes into extraordinary winter dreams. Delve into the mysteries surrounding Roswell, New Mexico, where an alleged UFO crash forever etched its mark on meteorological history and sparked endless debates about extraterrestrial existence. Step back in time with a Southern Railway poster from 1939 showcasing Ramsgate's allure through vivid colors and lithographic artistry—a testament to how weather can inspire travel and adventure. Discover the Netherlands' ingenious flood barrier system—an engineering marvel designed to combat rising sea levels—where science meets nature to protect against devastating storms and floods. Brace yourself for Mother Nature's fury as you witness a colossal supercell thunderstorm brewing above Kansas, USA—a swirling vortex of raw power that both awes and intimidates those who dare gaze upon it. Marvel at Australia's vastness captured by satellite imagery—a mosaic of diverse landscapes ranging from arid deserts to lush rainforests—all shaped by unique meteorological patterns found Down Under. Immerse yourself in the otherworldly dance between Aurora borealis and Moon—the celestial spectacle that illuminates polar skies with shimmering lights painting an awe-inspiring canvas overhead. Observe resilience in action as a snow plow clears roads amidst blizzard conditions—showcasing humanity's determination to conquer nature's challenges and ensure safe passage for all.