Extreme weather in the UK

Cards (33)

  • Why is the drawing of the UK not meant to be perfect?
    It's for rough placement of weather masses
  • What air mass comes from the north?
    Polar air mass
  • What type of weather does the subtropical air mass bring?
    Warm and dry weather
  • From which direction does the maritime air mass come?
    From the southwest
  • What is the continental air mass known for?
    Being dry
  • How does the jet stream affect weather in the UK?
    It controls the movement of air masses
  • Where in the UK were high temperatures recorded?
    In Kent
  • How much snow can Scotland experience?
    10 to 20 centimeters
  • Why is the drawing of the UK not meant to be beautiful?
    It serves to place weather elements roughly
  • What was the nickname given to the extreme weather event in 2018?
    The Beast from the East
  • Which countries are included in the rough outline of the UK?
    Scotland, England, Wales
  • What impact did the Beast from the East have on transport?
    Cut off roads and transport links
  • What is meant by "weather roundabouts" in the UK?
    It refers to the diverse weather patterns
  • How does the position of the jet stream affect weather?
    It influences warm or cold weather
  • What are the characteristics of the polar air mass?
    Cold and dry
  • What weather phenomenon can occur in Scotland due to the polar air mass?
    Snow in high grounds
  • What are the four main air masses affecting the UK?
    • Polar air mass (cold and dry)
    • Subtropical air mass (warm and dry)
    • Maritime air mass (wet)
    • Continental air mass (dry)
  • From where does the subtropical air mass originate?
    The Mediterranean
  • What type of weather does the subtropical air mass bring?
    Warm and dry weather
  • What is the most common air mass in the UK?
    Maritime air mass
  • What does the maritime air mass typically bring to the UK?
    Lots of rain
  • What is the continental air mass characterized by?
    Dry conditions
  • How can the continental air mass vary?
    It can be dry and cold or dry and hot
  • How does the jet stream affect weather in the UK?
    It controls the movement of air masses
  • What extreme temperature has been recorded in the UK?
    35 degrees Celsius
  • What extreme weather event occurred in London due to high temperatures?
    Wildfires
  • Where in the UK were high temperatures recorded?
    Kent
  • What snowfall can Scotland experience during winter?
    10 to 20 centimeters
  • What extreme weather event affected Wales in 2018?
    The Beast from the East
  • How much snow did Wales receive during the Beast from the East?
    51 centimeters in 24 hours
  • What were some impacts of the Beast from the East on transport?
    Roads and transport links were cut off
  • What happens to the jet stream when it is low?
    It invites cold and wet weather
  • What are the impacts of extreme weather events in the UK?
    • Wildfires in London due to high temperatures
    • Snow accumulation causing school closures
    • Transport disruptions from heavy snowfall
    • NHS services affected during extreme weather