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Spring 2026 is shaping up to be the wettest in over a decade, with rainfall totals across the UK already 40% above the long-term average.

Climate scientists point to a combination of factors, including warmer sea surface temperatures and a persistent jet stream pattern that has funnelled Atlantic weather systems directly over the British Isles.

What Does This Mean?

The increased rainfall has significant implications for agriculture, infrastructure, and flood risk management across the UK.