LibraryOpening: Contact us:Tel: +44 (0)1392 884841
Archive The England and Wales Archive is located with the Devon Record Office at Great Moor House, Exeter.How to find us in Exeter Opening: Contact us:Great Moor House, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter EX2 7NL Records for Scotland are held at:Met Office,
Saughton House,
Broomhouse Drive,
Edinburgh EH11 3XQ Records for Northern Ireland contact:Met Office,
Cargo Complex,
Belfast International Airport,
County Antrim |
Many people have an interest in the weather and the processes that cause it, which is why the National Meteorological Library and Archive is open to everyone. From 1 October, the Library will be open to the public for longer; from Mondays to Thursdays, the library will now stay open until 1700. What we hold
Our collection is one of the most comprehensive on meteorology anywhere in the world. The Library's collection includes books and reports, many of which are available for loan, as well as journals, data and images. Archive collectionThe Archive holds original meteorological data, weather reports and
charts from the 1860s to the present day, and private weather diaries
dating back to the late 18th century. Search the catalogue
You can search the Library and Archive collections via our online catalogue. Join the library and archive
If you want to borrow library material you will need to become a member. If you would like to visit the Archive, advance notice is essential to ensure staff will be available to assist you. Please bring proof of ID and address. Ask us for help on accessing the information we hold. A licence may be needed for commercial reuse or copying of information. You might also have to pay a copyright fee. Learn more about the weather
Fact sheets giving an introduction to various aspects of meteorology (see also the Met Office Learning Centre) Subject guides to help you make the most of our collections Daily weather charts for key dates and weather events (see also the Met Office weather news) |
The Library is based at the Met Office in Exeter. 