UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer

The Met Office has introduced a new supercomputer that enhances weather forecasting accuracy, providing detailed estimates up to 14 days in advance. With the ability to conduct 60 quadrillion calculations per second, this cloud-based system, in partnership with Microsoft's Azure, marks a significant advancement in weather prediction technology. The world's first cloud-based supercomputer for weather and climate science is expected to benefit various sectors, from airports to the energy industry, in planning for weather-related events like blackouts and floods, all powered by renewable energy.